Body Fluid Analysis (BF ANAL)
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| Synonyms:
| BF Analysis |
| Specimen: | Fluid; 10 mL- divide sample into a Purple (EDTA) top vacutainer tube and a sterile container such as a urine container, falcon tubes or blue top conical tubes.
DO NOT use a SST (serum separator) or Plastic Red top vacutainer tube. |
| Volume: | 10 mL |
| Minimum Volume: | 2 mL |
| Collection: | Transport specimen to the laboratory immediately after collection. If testing is delayed, refrigerate at 2-8°C.
Tests must be performed within 24 hours of collection. |
| Rejection Criteria: | Imcorrect anticoagulant; Plastic Red top vacutainer tube; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | BF Appearance Pale-StrawBF TP 0-3.0 g/dLBF WBC 0-1000 /microLBF SG less than 1.016 |
| Methodology: | |
| Test Use: | To differentiate transudative from exudative effusions. |
| Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
| Testing Includes: | Volume, appearance, specific gravity, total protein, RBC, WBC and differential. |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |