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Test Code TPCSF Protein, Total, Spinal Fluid

Useful For

Detecting disruptions of the blood-brain barrier or intrathecal synthesis of immunoglobulins

Method Name

Turbidimetric

Reporting Name

Protein, Total, CSF

Specimen Type

CSF

Specimen Minimum Volume

0.25 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
CSF Refrigerated 48 hours

Reject Due To

No specimen should be rejected.

Reference Values

≥16 years: 15-45 mg/dL

Reference values have not been established for patients that are <16 years of age.

Performing Laboratory

MCHS- Mankato

Test Classification

This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.

CPT Code Information

84157

LOINC Code Information

Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
TPCSF Protein, Total, CSF 2880-3

 

Result ID Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
TPCSF Protein, Total, CSF 2880-3

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

Same day/1 to 2 days