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Test Details

Protein Electrophoresis CSF

General Info:

Description:

The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) protein electrophoresis test identifies central nervous system disorders. Elevated protein concentration in the CSF is indicative of various pathological conditions affecting the meninges, brain, and spinal cord. This test serves for diagnosis and prognosis of diverse neurological conditions such as nonpurulent meningitides, multiple sclerosis, polyneuritis, cerebral tumors.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

CSF

Container Type: 

Sterile Cup

Volume: 

2 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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