Test Code FADCF Adenosine Deaminase in CSF
Specimen Required
Collect CSF in a leak-proof container. Centrifuge specimen at room temperature and send 0.5 mL frozen.
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
CSF | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days | |
Refrigerated | 7 days | ||
Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
Hemolysis | NA |
Lipemia | NA |
Icterus | NA |
Other | Turbid specimens; whole blood; bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL); Glass tubes for frozen specimens |
Reference Values
0-9 U/L
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesCPT Code Information
84311
Day(s) Performed
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday