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HelpEpic Test Code Informational Neurology Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) Panel
Included Test and Default Collection Tube
|
Neurology CSF Panel |
Default Tube number |
|
CSF Cell count with differential (LAB212) |
1 & 4 |
|
Fluid Culture/Gram Stain (LAB269) |
2 |
|
AFB culture and stain (LAB877) |
2 |
|
Glucose CSF (LAB185) |
3 |
|
Protein CSF (LAB195) |
3 |
Collection
Specimen Collection Information
Cerebrospinal Fluid Specimens
Notes:
- Cerebrospinal fluid must be submitted in the proper collection tubes provided with the Lumbar Puncture Tray (warehouse item #0000115).
- Providers have the option to change the tests ordered on each tube.