32810:PROTEIN, CEREBROSPINAL FLUID

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32810:PROTEIN, CEREBROSPINAL FLUID
Methodology: Pyrogallol Red
Edit Date: 1/15/2006
Performed: Daily
Released: Same day
CPT Code: 84157
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in a sterile container.
Handling: Centrifuge and remove supernatant within 4 hours of collection. Transport in a sterile tube immediately.
Standard Volume: 1 mL CSF.
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL CSF.
Transport: Refrigerated.
Comments: Specimen should be collected prior to the intrathecal administration of contrast media.
Rejection Criteria: Gross hemolysis.

15-45 mg/dL

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