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HelpTest Code C CSF Culture CSF
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Special Collection Instructions
If multiple tubes are obtained, submit tube #2 or tube #3 for culture
Collection Method
Lumbar puncture or shunt
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Container
Sterile CSF Tube
Preferred Specimen
Sterile CSF Tube
Acceptable Specimens
- Sterile CSF Tube
- Sterile Urine Cup
Reference or Target Ranges
Negative
Reportable Units
Positive/Negative
Critical Value
Positive
Reasons for Rejection
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Hemolysis Threshold |
N/A |
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Icterus Threshold |
N/A |
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Lipemia Threshold |
N/A |
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Other |
QNS, contaminated, improperly labled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
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Ambient |
15 minutes |
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Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) |
N/A |
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Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) |
N/A |
Performance Information
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Days and Time Performed |
Daily |
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Expected Turn Around Time |
7 days |
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Stat Availabilty |
No |
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Performing Bench |
Microbiology |
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Methodology/Method Description |
Culture |
Special Handling
Do not refrigerate
CPT Codes
87070