Test Code ANALYBF Body Fluid Analysis
Additional Codes
- Expanse Test Name: Cell Count w/rflx Diff, BF
- Medinet Ref Code: BFANALY
- OV Code: BF*ANALYBF
Performing Laboratory
St. Lukes Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Automated cell count on Sysmex XN3000
The count includes a total nucleated cell count. If >10 nucleated cells are present, a manual differential will be performed.
Specimen Requirements
Please submit the following:
EDTA Tube
1 mL of body fluid in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). (Clotted specimens or fluid from abcesses are not acceptable.)
Note: Indicate specimen source on request form.
Reference Values
Reported in mm3
No established reference range
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89050