Test Code CELL PROFILE BAL CELL PROFILE BAL
Department
Hematology
Specimen Type
BAL
Method
Differential from Cytospin Smear Stained with Wright’s Stain
Container
Sterile screw cap container
Special Requirements
BAL (bronchial alveolar lavage)sample must be examined within 4 hours.
Standard Volume
2ml
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Pediatric Volume
N/A
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
N/A
Stability Room Temp
4
Stability Frozen
N/A
CPT Code
89050
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday