Test Code 8652 Glucose (CSF)
Purpose
Investigating possible central nervous system infection.
Performing Laboratory
Copley Hospital
Methodology
Bichromatic Endpoint
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body Fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile Plastic Container
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Send specimen in original container.
2. Label specimen with patient’s full name, date of birth, date &
time of collection, collection site and person collecting.
3. Transport specimen to laboratory immediately.
Reference Values
Normal: 45 - 75 mg / dL
Critical: < 30 mg / dL
Stability
Refrigerated: 24 Hours
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Available STAT
Analytical Time: 1 Day
Aliases
Glucose (CSF)
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82945