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Immunofixation, CSF

Test Code
37962


CPT Codes
86335

Preferred Specimen
6 mL CSF collected in sterile plastic leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
4.5 mL


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 6 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Immunofixation Electrophoresis

Setup Schedule
Night Sets up 6 days a week.


Clinical Significance
To evaluate protein composition of cerebrospinal fluid and may be useful in neurological diseases or tumors in central nervous system. This assay is not recommended for the assessment of multiple sclerosis for which oligoclonal bands in CSF and serum should be ordered.




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.