Stability of canine and feline cerebrospinal fluid samples regarding total cell count and cell populations stored in "TransFix®/EDTA CSF sample storage tubes".
Laura MeierRegina CarlsonJasmin NeßlerAndrea TipoldPublished in: BMC veterinary research (2020)
Based on these results, "TransFix®/EDTA CSF Sample Storage Tubes" can be used for extended storage prior to flow cytometric analysis of lymphocytes and granulocytes in CSF samples but not for detecting monocytes. However, standard examinations, such as microscopic cell counting and morphological cell assessment should be performed on fresh CSF samples.