Test Code CSFTP Protein, Total, Spinal Fluid
Methodology
Benzethonium Chloride
Specimen Requirements
0.5 mL of spinal fluid in a sterile, leakproof container. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.
Note: Indicate specimen source on specimen container.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Serum |
RT |
24 hrs |
Refrigerated |
6 days |
Reference Values
15-45 mg/dL
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
NA |
Lipemia |
NA |
Icterus |
NA |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
84157
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory/Madison Hospital Laboratory