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Protein, Spinal Fluid

Test Code
PROTSF - NOCO


CPT Codes
84157

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL spinal fluid in sterile vial


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
  • Indicate specimen source
  • Centrifuge to remove any cellular material


Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
CSF Refrigerated 72 hours


Methodology
Modified Pyrogallol Red-Molybdate

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously


Report Available
Same day


Reference Range
0 - 31 days: 20.0 - 80.0 mg/dL
31 days - 150 years: 15.0 - 40.0 mg/dL 


Performing Laboratory
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Laboratory
Mckee Medical Center Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
Sterling Regional Medical Center
East Morgan County Hospital



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.