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HelpTest Code LAB4844 Chloride, Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| CHLORIDE, CSF | LAB4844 | CFCL |
Methodology
Ion-Selective Electrode Diluted (Indirect)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Spinal fluid (supernatant)
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Additional Information:
1. Specimen source is required.
2. If there is a delay in transport of >3 days, send specimen frozen in plastic vial.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Frozen OK/Ambient NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry -
East Region: SMDC Clinical Lab
West Region: Fargo Hospital Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82435
Reference Values
115% of patient's serum level