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Asialotransferrin; Fluid

Alternative Names:Beta-2 transferrin
FLATFER
Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:FLATFER
Specimen Types:Fluid
Container Types:
Plain 70mL pot
Collection & Request Instructions:

Must send Serum Sample at same time as Fluid sample

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Additional Notes:

Results Interpretation:
The presence of beta-2 transferrin (asialotransferrin) in a fluid suggests that it is, or contains, CSF