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Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

CSPG

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Container Types:

CSF Tube 1

Adults Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

For meaningful interpretation of CSF Glucose a blood Glucose must be taken at the same time.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

24/7

MBS Rebatable:

Yes

MBS Item No.:

66503

Additional Notes:

Reference Ranges :

CSF Protein: 0.15—0.40 g/L

CSF Glucose: 2.5—4.5 mmol/L