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Protein Total Level, CSF

Additional Codes

LAB195

Performing Laboratory

MBMC Main Laboratory

Methodology

Turbidimetric- benzethonium chloride

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: CSF
Container/Tube: Clear, screw-capped, sterile, plastic tube or red top tube

Specimen 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

0-2 months:  20-110 mg/dL

2-4 months:  15-80 mg/dL

>4months: 5-45 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:

84157

Stability

5 days Refrigerated