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HelpTest Code TPSF Protein, Total, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge specimen to remove any cellular material.
Useful For
Detecting disruptions of the blood-brain barrier or intrathecal synthesis of immunoglobulins
Method Name
Reflectance Spectrophotometry
Reporting Name
Protein, Total, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 72 hours | |
| Frozen | 180 days |
Reject Due To
| All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
Reference Values
≥12 months: 0-35 mg/dL
Reference values have not been established for patients that are <12 months of age.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 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
84157
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TPSF | Protein, Total, CSF | 2880-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TPSF | Protein, Total, CSF | 2880-3 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Renal Diagnostics Test Request (T830) with the specimen.