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Additional Codes
IGG CSF
Clinical System Name
CSF IgG
Synonyms
IgG - CSF; IgG, CSF; Immunoglobulins, CSF; Immunoglobulin G, CSF
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Cerebral Spinal Fluid
Container(s): CSF Tube
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.5 mL
Note: CSF must be crystalline clear.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: Transfer 1.0 mL CSF (Min. 0.5 mL) to a plastic aliquot tube affixed with a large Epic Label. Store in CPA -20 freezer Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Transfer 1.0 mL CSF (Min. 0.5 mL) to a plastic aliquot tube affixed with a large Epic Label. Transport frozen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Room temp | 72 h |
| Refrigerated | 7 d | |
| Frozen | 90 d |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M, Th | 5 - 7 d |
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92690-6130
Phone Number: (800) 553-5445
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
82784
Methodology
Method: Nephelometry
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL CSF
Limitations:
Reference Range
0.8 - 7.7 mg/dL
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | IgG, CSF |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | 4448 |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the Quest courier. |