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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB4241 Cell Count, Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronchial Alveolar Lavage | Varies | SterCont-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: N/ATransport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 1 Hour
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| APPEARANCE, BAL | 10333-3 |
| COLOR BAL | 14662-1 |
| EOS, BAL | |
| EPITHELIAL CELL BAL | 99052-3 |
| FLUID DIFF COUNT | 12182-2 |
| LYMPH, BAL | 76409-2 |
| MACROPHAGE BAL | 12230-9 |
| OTHER, BAL | |
| SEG BAL | 71598-7 |
| WBC COUNT, BAL | 99053-1 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
STAT 1 Hour
Routine 4 Hours
CPT Code(s)
89050
Performing Lab Section
Hematology
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)