ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage, Malignancy : 8280005

Mnemonic: BAL 2

Methodology: Microscopy
Performed: Mon-Fri
Reported: 1-5 days
Specimen Required: Patient Prep: Use this for all nonopportunistic infection indications (e.g., malignancy).

Collect: Refer to Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage Specimen Collection for specific collection and transportation guidelines.
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 88108 or 88112 and/or 88106 - Additional CPT codes may apply if special studies are required
Cross References: BAL, Cytology (Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage, Malignancy), Bronchoalveolar Lavage (Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage, Malignancy)