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Glucose, Spinal Fluid

Test Code
CGL


CPT Codes
82945

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL spinal fluid


Instructions
Send specimen in a screw-capped, sterile vial. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.


Transport Container
Sterile screw-cap tube.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature/Refrigerate.


Methodology
Modified Enzymatic

Reference Range
Adults40-70 mg/dL
Childrens60-80 mg/dL


Clinical Significance
Assess bacterial infection of the CNS.




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.