Cerebrospinal fluid Cell Count

Test Name
Cerebrospinal fluid Cell Count
Aliases
CSF cell count
Provincial Mnemonic
CECDPFC
LOINC Test Code
Description and Primary Use
Determines the number and type of cellular elements in the CSF
Reorder interval
Not yet defined
TAT
24 hours
Test Cost
Not determined
Tier
1 - General Availability
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

No Restrictions

Required Consultations
None
Algorithms and Guidelines

None

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Bring to lab immediately after collection

Criteria for Rejection

Based on specimen condition and stability

Laboratory Service Area
Hematology
Performing Laboratory / Site
Select category 2, and category 3 and 4 laboratory sites.
Last Updated
04-Jun-18