Laboratory Medicine Program


Glucose, CSF
(CSF)

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of glucose is used in the diagnosis and treatment of carbohydrate metabolism disorders including diabetes mellitus, neonatal hypoglycemia, idiopathic hypoglycemia, and insulin overdose.
<br/><em>2.2 - 4.4 mmol/L</em>

Method: Automated/Manual; Advia

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
2.2 - 4.4 mmol/L

Specimen Type: Spinal Fluid
Volume: 100 uL (minimum: 100 uL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: Send sample to lab ASAP

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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