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Test Code
BLCT1
Test Name
Cell Count, Bronchial Lavage 1
CPT Codes
89050
Included Tests
  • Specimen Source
  • Color and Appearance
  • Red Blood Cell Count
  • Total Nucleated Cell Count
  • Total Nucleated Cell Differential

Reflexed when appropriate:

  • Cytology when unclassified cells are present.
  • Gram stain when suspected bacteria or fungi are present.
  • Blood parasite when suspected organisms are present.
Expected Turnaround Time
1 day
Clinical Utility

Rule out diffuse alveolar hemorrhage.
Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Bronchial Lavage Fluid

Preferred Collection Container: Sterile, Non-Additive Container

Alternate Collection Container: Lavender Top (EDTA)

Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing and Submission Instructions

Requisitions must state specimen source.
Transport Instructions

Transport to laboratory at room temperature.
Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

6 hours
Causes for Rejection
  • Quantity not sufficient for analysis
  • Samples outside stability
  • Samples that are clotted
Methodology
Automated or manual cell count and manual differential if warranted.
Reference Intervals

Not established.
Performing Location
AC, ACL, Roble
Alternate Names

Bronchial Lavage Cell Count and Differential.
Testing Schedule
Routine daily, STAT testing available
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