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Test Code LAB2796 Peritoneal / Ascites Fluid Analysis

Important Note

For all other fluids see Effusion Fluid Lab2800

Additional Codes

CPT Code for MISC: 87070

Methodology

Includes albumin, glucose, lactate dehydrogenase, protein, RBC, WBC, and differential.

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Core Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Specimen must be analyzed within 2 hours of collection.

 

Acceptable Specimens: Ascites and peritoneal fluid.

All other fluids are ordered using the  EFFA package.

 

Submit 10 mL of ascites or peritoneal fluid in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube and 10 mL of body fluid in a grey-top (potassium oxalate/sodium fluoride) tube.

Note: Indicate specimen source: ascites or peritoneal.

Reference Values

For reference ranges, see the pages for the individual components.