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Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE), CSF

Test Code
34692


CPT Codes
82164

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


Minimum Volume
0.2 mL


Transport Container
Plastic screw-cap vial


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 60 days


Methodology
Kinetic

Setup Schedule
Set up: Tues-Sat; Report available: 1-3 days


Reference Range
≤15 U/L


Clinical Significance
ACE, CSF is useful in diagnosing patients with sarcoidosis involving the central nervous system (CNS) and meninges.




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.