Pyruvate, CSF [38363X]

Test Code

45784

Alias/See Also

LAB15318

CPT Codes
84210

Preferred Specimen

2 mL CSF collected in a sterile, plastic, leak-proof CSF container

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Instructions

Tubes generally supplied in spinal fluid kits are not designed for specimen transport. To avoid leakage, transfer fluid aseptically into a sterile plastic conical tube. Freeze specimen immediately.

Place in specimen bag with "Frozen Specimen" label applied and transport frozen.
If specimen is not clear or contains blood, centrifuge and separate supernatant fluid before freezing.

Transport Container

See instructions

Transport Temperature

Frozen

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 6 months

Methodology
Enzymatic

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 1-3 days

Reference Range

0.50-1.70 mg/dL

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute

14225 Newbrook Drive

Chantilly, VA 20153

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.