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Method Name
Immunofixation
Reporting Name
Immunofixation, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFCollect 3 mL of spinal fluid (CSF), in a sterile screw cap container. Ship frozen.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reference Values
Reference Range: No monoclonal proteins added.
Day(s) Performed
Sunday through Friday
Report Available
9 - 10 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols InstituteTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. Performance characteristics refer to the analytical performance of the test.CPT Code Information
86335