A cytocentrifuged sample is treated with a special stain and examined under a microscope for abnormal cells. This is often done when a central nervous system tumor or metastatic cancer is suspected. The presence of certain abnormal cells, such as tumor cells or immature blood cells, can indicate what type of cancer is involved.
No special preparation is needed for Csf Cytology Analysis Smear And Stain Csf. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Csf Cytology Analysis Smear And Stain Csf. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Gender | Age groups | Value |
UNISEX | All age groups | < 5 cells/ mm cube, predominantly lymphocytes (60%) |
UNISEX | All age groups | Cell Type is reported by the pathologist depending on the cause |
UNISEX | All age groups | 50-80 mg/dl |
UNISEX | All age groups | 15-45mg/dl |