Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD05827Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cell Count and Differential, CSF
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
CSF examination is helpful in the detection and diagnosis of central nervous system disease such as acute bacterial meningitis, encephalomyelitis, polyneuritis, brain tumor, cerebral thrombosis and hemorrhage.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Traumatic spinal tap will affect results. Early stage of meningitis may not affect cell count or differential.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
8 targets
AppearanceColorEosinophils %Lymphocytes %Monocyte/Macrophage %Neutrophils %RBC CountTotal Nucleated Cell
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 10335-8 - Color CSF
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Plastic sterile collection tube #3
Causes for Rejection
Clotted
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | STAT testing recommended due to cellular degeneration upon standing. |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
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