If most of the white cells are neutrophils on the previously discussed CSF,what additional test should be performed?

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Neutrophils increase in response to a bacterial infection.Thus if most of the cells seen in a CSF are neutrophils,a Gram stain and bacterial cultures should be performed on the CSF.It is critical that the specimen be handled in a sterile manner until these tests have been performed;often a separate CSF tube is used for culture than that for cell counts.

If Most of the White Cells Are Neutrophils on the Previously