Test Code CSFCA Cell Analysis, Spinal Fluid

Performing Laboratory

Trinity Health Grand Haven

Specimen Type: Spinal fluid
Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile vial

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Additional Information: Indicate specimen source.

RBC: none present

WBC: 0-8 mm³

% differential will be determined

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

Monday through Sunday

Hemacytometer

Includes cell count and differential.

Ambient

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