Protein, CSF

Test Code
CSFP


Alias/See Also
CSF Total Protein


CPT Codes
84157

Preferred Specimen
CSF


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Transport Container
Sterile Container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 3 days
Frozen: 7 days


Reference Range
15 - 45 mg/dL


Performing Laboratory
This test is performed at the following locations:
  1. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Laboratory



Last Updated: September 6, 2022


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.