Glucose Level, CSF
Additional Codes
LAB185
Performing Laboratory
MBMC Main Laboratory
Methodology
UV-Hexokinase
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: CSF
Container/Tube: Clear, screw-capped, sterile, plastic tube or plain, red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.25 mL
Additional Information: Deliver to laboratory as soon as possible.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours
Reference Values
0-12 years: 60-80 mg/dL
≥13 years: 40-70 mg/dL
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Test Classification:
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration and is used per manufacturer’s
instructions.
CPT Code:
82945