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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
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Dallas
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TX
75235
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General Information
Alias: Spinal Fluid, CSF
Performed: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Turn Around Time: Routine within 48 Hrs
CPT Codes: 88112 or 88106
Performed By: Cytology
Link:
Cytology Services Cerebral Spinal Fluid
Components
Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
CSF Cytology |
Routine Cytologic Evaluation |
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N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Cerebral Spinal Fluid |
Sterile Container |
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CSF specimens must be collected in a sterile container and sent to the lab immediately. If a delay is anticipated, an equal volume of 50% alcohol may be added to the specimen and refrigerated. |
Send to lab Immediatley |
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