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HelpTest Code CCCF Cell Count and Differential, Spinal Fluid (CSF)
Shipping Instructions
Specimen must be received within 4 hours of collection.
Specimen Required
For Local Accounts Only
Specimen Type:
Preferred: Spinal fluid
Acceptable: Ventricular fluid
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Useful For
Aids in the identification of infection, hemorrhage, malignant infiltration, and other diseases of the central nervous system
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| CCBF1 | Cell Count and Differential, CSF | No | Yes |
| CRCFS | Morphologic Review,CSF | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm
When abnormal cytologic features are present, the lab may reflex to a miscellaneous Cytology test. Fees for that test vary depending on review process.
Method Name
Automated or Manual Cell Count/Cytocentrifugation Followed by Manual Differential and Morphology Review
Reporting Name
Cell Count and Differential, CSFSpecimen Type
Body FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.7 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Body Fluid | Ambient (preferred) | 12 hours |
| Refrigerated | 12 hours |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
NA |
|
Lipemia |
NA |
|
Icterus |
NA |
|
Other |
NA |
Reference Values
TOTAL NUCLEATED CELLS
Adults: 0-5/uL
Neonates: 0-30/uL
NEUTROPHILS
Adults: 2% + or - 4%
Neonates: 4% + or - 4%
LYMPHOCYTES
Adults: 60% + or - 20%
Neonates: 20% + or - 15%
MONOCYTES/MACROPHAGES
Adults: 30% + or - 15%
Neonates: 70% + or - 20%
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. 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
89240-Cytology for abnormal cells (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CCCF | Cell Count and Differential, CSF | 34564-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FLDC | Fluid Type | 14725-6 |
| OTHC1 | Other Cells Are: | 50407-6 |
| CMTC2 | Comment | 59466-3 |
| APPC | Gross Appearance | 10333-3 |
| TNC | Total Nucleated Cells | 58470-6 |
| REVC | Reviewed by: | 18771-6 |
| RBCC | Erythrocytes | 792-2 |
| CMTC | Comment | 48767-8 |
| NE_C | Neutrophils | 13516-0 |
| LY_C | Lymphocytes | 10328-3 |
| MM_C | Monocytes/Macrophages | 23904-6 |
| EO_C | Eosinophils | 12208-5 |
| BA_C | Basophils | 13519-4 |
| OTHC | Other Cells | 75374-9 |
| CMTC1 | Diff Comments | 59466-3 |