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Protein, CSF

Message
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
09.2018


Test Code
CSF PRO


CPT Codes
84175

Preferred Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid


Minimum Volume
1mL


Transport Container
CSF tube


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 6 days


Methodology
Benzethonium Chloride

Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week


Reference Range
15 - 45mg/dL


Clinical Significance
This test is used to detect increased permeability of the blood-brain barrier to plasma proteins, and to detect increased intrathecal production of immunoglobulins. 




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.