Test Code BF COUNT Cell Count Body Fluid
Cerner Test Code
BF COUNT
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
CPT(s)
89051
Methodology
Automated Microphotography
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology