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HelpTest Code CCBF Cell Count and Differential, Body Fluid
Ordering Guidance
For spinal fluid specimens, order CCCF / Cell Count and Differential, Spinal Fluid.
For bronchoalveolar lavage specimens, order BALCC / Cell Count and Differential, Bronchoalveolar Lavage.
Shipping Instructions
Specimens must arrive within 24 hours of collection.
Necessary Information
Indicate specimen source
Specimen Required
For Local Accounts Only
Sources: Synovial, pleural, peritoneal, pericardial
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Body fluid container
Acceptable: Tube containing EDTA or heparin
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of joint disease, systemic disease, inflammation, malignancy, infection, and trauma, using body fluid specimens
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| CCBF_ | Cell Count and Differential, BF | No | Yes |
| CRSF | Morphologic Review, BF | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm
When abnormal cytologic features are present, the laboratory may reflex to a miscellaneous cytology test. Fee codes for that test vary depending on the review process.
Method Name
CCBF, CCBF_, CRSF: Automated or Manual Cell Count/Cytocentrifugation followed by Manual Differential and Morphology Review
CYTNG: Light Microscopy
Reporting Name
Cell Count and Differential, BFSpecimen Type
Body FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.7 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Body Fluid | Ambient (preferred) | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Clotted Nasal fluid Sputum Amniotic fluid |
Reject |
Reference Values
Total Nucleated Cells
Synovial fluid: <150/mcL
Peritoneal/pleural/pericardial fluid: <500/mcL
Neutrophils
Synovial fluid: <25%
Peritoneal/pleural/pericardial fluid: <25%
Lymphocytes
Synovial fluid: <75%
Monocytes/Macrophages
Synovial fluid: ≤70%
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
89051-Cell count with differential count
88184-if applicable
88185-if applicable
88187-if applicable
88188-if applicable
88189-if applicable
88104-if applicable
88108-if applicable
88112-if applicable
88161-if applicable
88162-if applicable
88305-if applicable
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CCBF | Cell Count and Differential, BF | 34557-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FLD2 | Fluid Type | 14725-6 |
| OTH11 | Other Cells Are: | In Process |
| CMT81 | Comment | 48767-8 |
| APP2 | Gross Appearance | 9335-1 |
| TOT12 | Total Nucleated Cells | 74689-1 |
| REV81 | Reviewed by: | 18771-6 |
| RBC1 | Erythrocytes | 26455-6 |
| CMT37 | Comment | 48767-8 |
| NE_BF | Neutrophils | 26513-2 |
| LY_BF | Lymphocytes | 11031-2 |
| MM_BF | Monocytes/Macrophages | 30437-8 |
| EO_BF | Eosinophils | 26452-3 |
| BA_BF | Basophils | 28543-7 |
| OTH1 | Other Cells | In Process |
| CMT3 | Diff Comments | 59466-3 |
| DCCBF | Download CCBF | No LOINC Needed |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCMS | Leukemia/Lymphoma, Phenotype | Yes | No |
| CYTNG | Cytology Non-GYN | Yes | No |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday