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Alternative Names:

CSF for Cytology
Cerebrospinal Fluid for Cytology

Laboratory:

Anatomical Pathology

Test Code:

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Container Types:

CSF Tube 2
CSF Tube 3
CSF Tube 1

Collection & Request Instructions:

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for Cytology

CSF samples must be sent immediately to Pathology after collection.

Cells contained within a CSF specimen have a short bench life and become unidentifiable in a shorter time.

Please note: Sample may be shared with Microbiology, Biochemistry, Flow Cytometry. Please check other laboratory collection requirements.

Transport Instructions:

Send to lab immediately

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays