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IgG, CSF

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This test is currently only available in Bedford CPRS. If you are a BHS provider and wish to see this test offered in BHS CPRS- please contact the BHS Laboratory.

Testing performed at Quest Diagnostics.


Test Code
IgG, CSF (Q)


CPT Codes
82784

Preferred Specimen
1 mL CSF collected in a sterile leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
CSF must be clear


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 90 days


Methodology
Nephelometry

Setup Schedule
Night Sets up 3 days a week.


Report Available
Reports in 3 days.


Reference Range
0.8-7.7 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
The concentration of CSF IgG is increased in various
infections, inflammatory conditions, neoplastic diseases,
and active multiple sclerosis.



Last Updated: October 29, 2014


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.