CSF for Blast Cells (Cytospin)

HA0055

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
EDTA Tube
Specimen Requirement
CSF: 1 mL
Specimen Storage/Transport

Send to laboratory as soon as possible after blood collection at room temperature.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
Routine: 3 - 4 hrs
Reference Value(s)
Blast Cells should not be seen in CSF of a normal healthy individual
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Haematology
Contact Number 6394 1373
Day and Time Performed
Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs– 1700 hrs
Sat: 0800 hrs – 1200 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

63170-Form-1080 Haematology Laboratory Downtime Form

Additional Information
Haematologist approval is required to perform the test on highly infectious cases (confirmed / suspected).

Specimens sent outside the indicated hours will be processed and reviewed on the next working day.

Change History Notes

  • 07 Feb 2023 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Specimen Storage / Transport, Downtime Form, Additional Information.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025