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Pyruvate, CSF
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | PYRUC |
| Test group | Pyruvate |
| Performed by | Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Enzymatic |
| Collection Instructions | Deliver to Clinical Laboratories immediately after collection for testing. |
| Container type | CSF tube |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL CSF |
| Sample type | CSF |
| Preferred volume | 2 mL CSF |
| Min. Volume | 1 mL CSF |
| Processing notes | If specimen is not clear or contains blood, centrifuge and separate supernatant fluid before freezing. Transfer fluid aseptically into a sterile plastic concical tube for transport Freeze immediately, transport to China Basin sendout frozen. |
| Ref Lab Rejection Criteria | Sample rec'd at room temperature. |
| Units | mg/dL |
| Normal range | 0.50-1.70 mg/dL |
| Synonyms | Pyruvic acid |
| Stability | Refrigerated 7 days, frozen at -20C 6 months. |
| Turn around times | Set up Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Turn around time 3-5 days |
| CPT coding | 84210-90 |
| Last Updated | 3/24/2013 8:10:40 PM |
| Entry Number | 1305 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667