Test Code BF COUNT Cell Count Body Fluid
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Lavender
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Place a minimum of 0.5 mL Body Fluid in a EDTA Lavender Top tube. Synovial Fluid treated with hyaluronidase prior to analysis
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
Methodology
Automated Microphotography
CPT(s)
89051
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology
Cerner Test Code
BF COUNT