CSF Glucose

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Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

CG

Referral code

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Test information

Measurement of Glucose in CSF to assist determination as to whether microbial or viral infection.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

2.8-4.4 mmol/L

Tube type

Fluoride Oxalate (Grey top)

Tube type info

Fluoride Oxalate (Grey top)

Special requirements

CSF

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

4 hrs

TAT GP/Outpatient

N/A

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry