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HelpEpic Code LAB2111306 Pathologist Review, Body Fluid
Test Name Alias
Body Fluid, BF | 9098
Interface Order Alias
10725
Ordering Instructions
This is not a standalone test, it requires a cell count with differential. Please send an unstained clipped corner slide.
This is not the same test as Cytopathology. If Cytopathology diagnosis is desired, please order separately.
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Body Fluid
Container(s): Lavender Top (EDTA) 3.0 mL
Preferred Volume to Collect: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
Neonate Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
- For EDTA: Gently invert 8 - 10 times after collection.
- Specimen must be received within 6 hours of collection
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Rejection Criteria
- Frozen specimens
- Specimens that are entirely clotted (with exception of synovial fluids)
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 4 hours
Refrigerate: 24 hours
Frozen: not acceptable
Laboratory Retention: 72 hours
Test Frequency
Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 6 pm
Turn-around time: 1 - 2 days
Reference Range
An interpretive report is provided.
Performing Department
Hematology
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Corewell Health Reference Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI
Corewell Health Lakeland St. Joseph Laboratory, St. Joseph, MI
Methodology
Microscopy
CPT
88108
CDM Code
Unavailable
Epic Test ID
1230101815
Mayo Access Code
Unavailable at this time
Reviewed Date
3/17/2023