Test ID: CCELL
CPT code: 89051
LOINC:
Specimen Type: CSF
Frequency: Setup: Daily; TAT <24 hrs
Instructions: 1.0-1.5mL CSF from last tube collected. Transport ASAP, Test within 1 hr or refrigerate if testing is delayed. Min 0.5mL.
Text: Evaluate bacterial or viral encephalitis, meningitis, mycobacterial or
fungal infection, primary or secondary malignancy, leukemia/malignant
lymphoma of CNS, trauma, vascular occlusive disease, heredofamilial
and/or degenerative processes.
Methodology: Microscopic exam