Test Code PFCR Pathology Fluid Cell Review
Additional Codes
Cerner |
NextGen |
Pathology Fluid Cell Review |
Pathology Fluid Cell Review |
Methodology
Microscopy and/ or Polarization Microscopy
Result Reporting and Reference Values
Results are reported as free text observations/ recommendations by performing Pathologist
Useful For
Exams on joint and serous body fluids are performed to help in the diagnosis of inflammatory and non-inflammatory conditions.
This orderable is reflexed by the laboratory when “Other” cells are detected in the following orderables:
- Cell Count Cerebral Spinal Fluid
- Cell Count Body Fluid
- Cell Count Synovial Fluid (only when specifically requested by a provider upon consultation with a Pathologist)