Protein, Total, CSF
| Abbrev Code: | CTP | ||
| Order Code: | LAB195 | Order Name: | Protein Total CSF |
| Synonyms: | Cerebrospinal Fluid, Protein; PTC | ||
| Methodology: | Roche: Colorimetric
Architect: Benzalkonium chloride |
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| CPT Codes: | 84157 x1, 84157 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed and reported 24 hours/day. | ||
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | CSF |
| Optimal Volume: | 1.25 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.2 mL |
| Container: | Sterile tube Alternate Containers: Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
| Collection Instructions: | Number tubes to indicate the sequence of collection. Transport to laboratory immediately. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1.25 mL, 0.2 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. Alternatively, freeze. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | Roche: 1 day at room temperature, 6 days refrigerated, >1 year frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Chemistry (Roche-Grand Itasca, Roche-Lakes, Roche-Northland, Roche-Range, Roche-Ridges, Roche-Southdale, Roche-St. John's, Roche-UMMC East, Roche-UMMC West, Woodwinds) |
Interpretive
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| Use: | Determine relationship between protein concentrations in CSF vs. serum. |
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