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Test Details

Cerebrospinal Fluid Culture

General Info:

Description:

The Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Culture test detects bacterial, viral, or fungal infections affecting the CSF, which is crucial for diagnosing meningitis and ventriculitis. CSF, an ultrafiltrate of plasma, plays a vital role in the functioning of the brain and spine. Healthcare providers rely on this gold-standard test to diagnose infections and administer appropriate antibiotic therapy.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

CSF

Container Type: 

CSF Tube

Volume: 

1 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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