Cytology, CSF
| Abbrev Code: | NGNCT | ||
| Order Code: | LAB1001 | Order Name: | Cytology Non Gyn |
| Synonyms: | CSF; Ventricular fluid; Cerebrospinal Fluid, Cytology | ||
| Methodology: | Cytospin preparations, stained and examined microscopically. | ||
| CPT Codes: | 88313-26 x1, 88313 x1, 88108 x1, 88108-26 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Thur 0800-1500, Fri 0800-1530; results are reported within 1-2 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Provide pertinent clinical history. If requesting testing for fungus, indicate on request form. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | CSF or ventricular fluid |
| Optimal Volume: | 4-6 mL preferred |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
| Container: | Sterile tube |
| Collection Instructions: | Submit tube for cytologic examination. Submit a specimen obtained before a diagnostic procedure such as pneumoencephalogram is performed. Reactive cells due to such procedures compromise cellular evaluation. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Store at refrigerated temperature. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship same day at refrigerated to arrive ASAP. |
| Stability: | Fresh unfixed fluid: Refrigerated |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Cytology (UMMC East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Results reported as negative to positive for malignant cells. |
| Use: | Establish the presence of primary or metastatic neoplasm; aid in the diagnosis of fungal meningitis, particularly Cryptococcus. |
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