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Specimen Type
CSF Fluid
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
Alias
TPF CSF; CSF Total Protein; Total Protein, CFS;
EPIC Code
LAB3238
Acceptable Collection Container
Clean sterile container, glass tube
Turn Around Time
8hrs. If stat 1hr.
Lab Department
Chemistry