Posted Date
Effective Date
Test Name Body Fluid Analysis, CSF
Update Type Miscellaneous
CPT Code 89051
Order Code CSFCD

TEST METHODOLOGY CHANGE

 

Body Fluid Analysis, CSF

 

Order Code:                  CSFCD

Fee Code:                     22502 (CPT 89051)

 

Effective December 15, 2025, MLabs Hematology Laboratory will utilize an automated CSF cell count method via the Advanced Instruments GloCyte instrument. Manual cell counts will still be performed as a backup method when needed. There will be no change to specimen collection and handling requirements, reference ranges, or billing.

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