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Protein Electrophoresis, CSF

Order Code
002246
CPT
84166, 84157
Test Details
TAT

11 days

Methodology

Electrophoresis on agarose media

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Analyzes CSF proteins to detect oligoclonal bands. Used in MS diagnosis.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 3 days
Order Code
002246
CPT
84166, 84157
Test Details
TAT

11 days

Methodology

Electrophoresis on agarose media

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Analyzes CSF proteins to detect oligoclonal bands. Used in MS diagnosis.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 3 days