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Test Code LCT Cell Count and Differential, Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)

Methodology

WBC and RBC count/ per sample.  Includes Cytospin differential.

Specimen Requirements

Entire lavage sample submitted in sterile container.  Indicate the specimen source and site (LLL,LUL,RLL,RML,RUL) on the container.  Refrigerate specimen if not transported within 4 hours. Transport sample to lab on ice pack via courier services.

NOTE:  An aliqout ( 1ml to 2ml ) of the entire lavage sample can be submitted provided that ENTIRE SAMPLE VOLUME  is noted on the container.

Specimen Stability

4 hrs room temp

24 hrs refrigerated

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Reference Values

Reference interval(s) are not provided for body fluid cell counts and differentials.

CPT Coding

89051

Secondary ID

HHA1605