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Pyruvate, CSF
Test Code38363X
CPT Codes
84210
Preferred Specimen
2 mL frozen CSF in a sterile, plastic, leak-proof 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 Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 6 months
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 6 months
Methodology
Enzymatic
Setup Schedule
A.M.
