Test Code BFCA Cell Analysis, Body Fluid
Performing Laboratory
Trinity Health Grand Haven
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body fluidContainer/Tube: Green top (heparin)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source.
Reference Values
Varies according to fluid type.Critical value (automatic call-back):
WBC
<1 year: >30 cells/mUL
>1 year: >20 cells/mUL
GRAM STAIN
Any malignant cell, blast cell, or microorganism
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
HemacytometerIncludes cell count and differential.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89051