Test Code SP5CC Septin-5 Antibody, Cell-Binding Assay, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid.
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MDC2 / Movement Disorder, Autoimmune/Paraneoplastic Evaluation, Spinal Fluid.
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
5 to 10 daysSpecimen Retention Time
28 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86255