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HelpTest Code CGL Glucose, CSF
Specimen Type
CSF Fluid
Acceptable Collection Container
Clean sterile container, glass tube
Collection Instructions
Specimens should be transported immediately to the Clinical Laboratory.
Collection Volume
1 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Rejection Criteria
Improperly Labeled
Specimen Storage and Stability
Spin and separate if RBC’s present and refrigerate specimen.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
EPIC Code
LAB185
Turn Around Time
8hrs. If stat 1hr.
Lab Department
Chemistry
Alias
Glucose CSF; Gluc CSF; CSF Gluc.;