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HelpEpic Code LAB2111306 Pathologist Review, Body Fluid
Test Name Alias
Body Fluid, BF | 9098
Interface Order Alias
10725
Ordering Instructions
This is not a standalone test, it requires a cell count with differential. Please send an unstained clipped corner slide.
This is not the same test as Cytopathology. If Cytopathology diagnosis is desired, please order separately.
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Body Fluid
Container(s): Lavender Top (EDTA) 3.0 mL
Preferred Volume to Collect: 3.0 mL
Minimum Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
Neonate Volume to Collect: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
- For EDTA: Gently invert 8 - 10 times after collection.
- Specimen must be received within 6 hours of collection
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Rejection Criteria
- Frozen specimens
- Specimens that are entirely clotted (with exception of synovial fluids)
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 4 hours
Refrigerate: 24 hours
Frozen: not acceptable
Laboratory Retention: 72 hours
Test Frequency
Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 6 pm
Turn-around time: 1 - 2 days
Reference Range
An interpretive report is provided.
Performing Department
HEMATOLOGY
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Spectrum Health Regional Laboratory, Grand Rapids, MI
Methodology
Microscopy
CPT
85060
CDM Code
Update in Process
Epic Test ID
1230101815
Beaker LOINC
LOINC Not available
Mayo Access Code
Unavailable at this time
Reviewed Date
9/2/2021
Beaker Names
Beaker Procedure Name: PATHOLOGIST INTERPRETATION
BODY FLUID
Beaker Display Name: Pathologist Interpretation,
Body Fluid
BEAKER TEST NAME:
PATHOLOGIST REVIEW BODY FLUID
BEAKER TEST REPORT NAME: PATHOLOGIST
REVIEW BODY
Beaker Synonyms
No synonym on file
Beaker Location, Container and Temperature
BW HEMATOLOGY:
STERILE CONTAINER A (Preferred)-Refrigerated
BW HEMATOLOGY:
CSF TUBE R
(Acceptable)-No Temperature