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 Concentration and interpretation or 88112 Selective cellular enhancement with interpretation and/or 88106 Cytopathology, filter. Additional CPT codes may apply if special studies are required.
