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HelpTest Code CSFG Glucose, Spinal Fluid
Methodology
Photometric
Specimen Requirements
Spinal fluid to be collected in sterile container (minimum 2 mL).
Transport refrigerated.
NOTE:
Do not send specimen through pneumatic tube system
Must arrive within 2 hours of collection
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
| Age | Reference Values |
|---|---|
| 0 days - 2 months | 34-119 mg/dL |
| 2 months - 18 years | 40-80 mg/dL |
| > 18 years | 40-70 mg/dL |
Critical Values
| Age | Critical Value |
|---|---|
| 0 days - 2 months |
<34 mg/dL >239 mg/dL |
| > 2months |
< 40 mg/dL >239 mg/dL |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82945
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory