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Ordering Guidance
The SFIG / Cerebrospinal Fluid IgG Index Profile, Serum and Spinal Fluid, in conjunction with OLIG / Oligoclonal Banding, Serum and Spinal Fluid is the recommended test for evaluation of multiple sclerosis.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Spinal fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as spinal fluid.
Useful For
Assessment of blood-brain barrier permeability
Method Name
Nephelometry
Reporting Name
Albumin, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
Clinical Information
Elevated albumin concentration in spinal fluid may serve as an indicator of the permeability status of the blood-brain barrier. Comparison to an ALB / Albumin, Serum concentration is recommended.
Reference Values
0.0-27.0 mg/dL
Interpretation
Elevated albumin concentrations may be observed in patients with a compromised blood-brain barrier.
Cautions
Cerebrospinal fluid albumin has limited utility as a standalone test.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
82042
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALBSF | Albumin, CSF | 1746-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ALBSF | Albumin, CSF | 1746-7 |