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CSF - Cytology / assessment for malignant cells

25ml Universal Container - White Top (No Boric Acid)

TestCSF - Cytology / assessment for malignant cells
Common Abbreviation
Test typeCytology
Sample typeCSF
Specimen Container Type25ml Universal Container - White Top (No Boric Acid)
Sample Testing Amount1ml minimum per container
Stability Ensure out of hours samples are refrigerated to prolong cell preservation.
Turnaround Time10 calendar days
LaboratoryCytology, York
Reference Interval
Additional Notes
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