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Reporting Name
Albumin, CSFPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
Assessment of blood-brain barrier permeability
Method Name
Nephelometry
Ordering Guidance
The SFIG / Cerebrospinal Fluid IgG Index Profile, Serum and Spinal Fluid, in conjunction with OLIG / Oligoclonal Banding, Serum and Spinal Fluid is the recommended test for evaluation of multiple sclerosis.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Spinal fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as spinal fluid.
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
Reference Values
0.0-27.0 mg/dL
Interpretation
Elevated albumin concentrations may be observed in patients with a compromised blood-brain barrier.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
82042
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALBSF | Albumin, CSF | 1746-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALBSF | Albumin, CSF | 1746-7 |