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Immunofixation, CSF
Test Code37962
CPT Codes
86335
Preferred Specimen
6 mL CSF collected in sterile plastic leak-proof container
Minimum Volume
4.5 mL
Transport Container
Sterile plastic leak-proof container
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 6 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 10 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Immunofixation Electrophoresis
Setup Schedule
Sun-fri
Report Available
3-5 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
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.
Performing Laboratory
| Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Chantilly VA |
| 14225 Newbrook Drive |
| Chantilly, VA 20151-2228 |
