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Method Name
Quantitative Spectrophotometry
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Leak-proof container
Submission Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge cerebrospinal fluid specimen at ambient temperature.
2. Transfer 0.5 mL fluid (supernatant) into a sterile vial and freeze.
3. Send frozen. Specimen must remain frozen until received at performing lab.
4. Indicate source on requisition.
Reporting Name
Adenosine Deaminase in CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Report Available
1 to 8 daysPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesLOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FADCF | Adenosine Deaminase in CSF | 35703-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z5892 | Adenosine Deaminase, CSF | 35703-8 |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
84311
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Reference Values
0-9 U/L