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Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) / Blood / Brain Tissue
Container/Tube: CSF collected in sterile container. Blood in Red Top tube. Brain tissue in sterile container
Minimum Volume: 0.5 - 1.0mL CSF/ 1.0 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum / CSF / Tissue |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Not available |
| Refrigerate | 3 days |
| Frozen | Not available |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 6 - 8 days
Reference Interval
Negative
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Clinical Diagnostic Services Laboratory
DMERI@DSO
27 Medical Drive #13-01
Singapore 117510
Tel: 64857258
Service Code
37185
Update
Last updated 10/12/2024