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HelpTest ID NBLD0174 Glucose, CSF
Specimen Type/Requirements
CSF tube - CSF aliquot
Specimen should be centrifuged and aliquoted within 1 hour of collection.
Test may be affected by gross hemolysis, gross icterus and gross lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 5 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 3 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Greater than 1 month |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Enzymatic (Hexokinase/G-6-PDH)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, Bismarck, Bemidji
CPT
82945