- Test Name
- CSF Glucose
- Aliases
- CSFG, SFG, CSF Glucose
- Provincial Mnemonic
- GLUCF
- LOINC Test Code
- 14744-7
- Description and Primary Use
- Used to help diagnose central nervious system infections which may cause lower glucose levels in CSF. It may also be used to help diagnose some other conditions affecting the CNS, such as tumors.
- Reorder interval
- Not yet defined
- TAT
- 24
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
Analyze without delay.;If samples are cloudy, turbid or are visibly contaminated with blood, centrifuge before use.
- Criteria for Rejection
Please consult specimen stability guide
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Select category 2, and category 3 and 4 laboratory sites.
- Last Updated
- 28-Aug-19