Test Code 265292936 Cell Count Pleural Fluid
Performing Laboratory
Torrance Memorial Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following specimen:
Specimen Type: Pleural fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Additional instructions: None
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen should be delivered to Laboratory as soon as possible after collection.
Methodology
Automated Cell Counter
Reference Range
See report
Day(s) Test Set up/TAT
Performed:
Daily
Available STAT
TAT:
STAT: < 1 hr
Routine: < 4 hrs
Aliases
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CPT Code
89050 (no differential) or 89051 (with differential)