23440:CELL COUNT & DIFFERENTIAL, OREGON DIALYSIS
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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Methodology: |
Microscopic enumeration of cells from diluted fluid on counting chamber. Fluid is routinely cytocentrifuged prior to differential counting. |
Edit Date: |
10/21/2008 |
Performed: |
Daily |
Released: |
Same day |
CPT Code: |
89051 |
Specimen Collection Details |
Collection: |
Submit entire dialysate in closed container. A sterile container should be used if a culture will also be performed. |
Handling: |
Refrigerate. Send to Lab immediately. Indicate source of specimen. |
Stability: |
24 hours maximum delay. Unstable ambient or frozen. |
Transport: |
Refrigerated. |
Rejection Criteria: |
Frozen specimen; syringe with needle attached. |