Laboratory Services
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Print this pageUpdated Test Information:
| Test Description |
Cerebrospinal Fluid
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| Synonym(s) |
CSF, spinal fluid aspiration |
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| Test ID |
NON-O |
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| Specimen Type |
Needle/fluid drainage |
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| Specimen Requirements |
Specimen container. |
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
If flow cytometry is requested, submit an additional 2-3 ml specimen in RPMI. RPMI available upon request. |
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| Required Information |
Complete the Incyte Diagnostics requisition with the patient's demographics and relevant clinical history. Label specimen container with the patient's full first and last name, second unique identifier, and specimen source/site. |
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| Stability |
Maintain at room temperature. Do not freeze the specimen. |
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| Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Unlabeled specimens, Specimens in incorrect fixative (such as formalin) can only be processed as a cell block. |
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| Department (code) |
Cytology |
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| Estimated TAT |
1–3 business days from receipt |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday–Friday |
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| Retention |
Specimen: 7 days |
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| CPT Code(s) |
88108 – Cytospins |
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| Collection File | View/Download File | |
| Additional Information |
Specimens requesting flow cytometry add additional RPMI 2-3ml. RPMI available upon request. |
