| Test Name: | Protein, CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid) |
| Epic Order Code: | LAB195 | | |
| CPT Code: | 84157 | | |
| Specimen(s) Type: | CSF, 0.5 mL |
| Acceptable Container(s): | CSF sterile tube |
| Testing Schedule: | 24 hours/day, 7 days/week |
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: 1 hour | | |
| Routine: 2 hours | | |
| Collection Information: | Collect specimens by standard collection procedures. |
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
| Reference Clients: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, store and transport at 2-8° C. Specimen must be received in the lab within 24 hours. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient quantity, incorrect/delay in transport. |
| Reference Range: | 15 - 45 mg/dL |
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