FLUID CELL COUNT & DIFFERENTIAL
| Synonyms: | |
| Computer Code: | FCD |
| Specimen Collection: | 2.5 mL of any fluid (lavender top tube), excluding CSF and synovial. |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Maintain at room temperature. If transport is delayed refrigerate. |
| Reference Values: | See Report Includes all fluids except spinal fluid (see CSF Cell Count and Differential) and synovial fluid (see Synovial Fluid Analysis & Crystals). |
| Lab Code: | Hematology |
| Requisition: | FLD/ FCL |
| Test Frequency: | DAILY |
| Routine TAT: | 4 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | 2 hrs |
| CPT Code(s): | 89051 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |