CSF glucose

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Samples required

0.5 mL CSF in fluoride oxalate (grey cap, 2 mL tube).

2^nd sample from lumbar puncture requested - please refer to the CSF collection page.

Can be done on the same sample as CSF lactate.

Please send paired fluoride oxalate blood.

Test indications

Factors affecting test performance/ results

No specific interferences noted.

Results should always be assessed in conjunction with the patient’s medical history, clinical examination and other findings.

Reference range

adult: 2.2 - 3.9 mmol/L
child: 3.3 - 4.4 mmol/L
_{Source: Roche Cobas^® Glucose kit insert 2014-02, V5.0}

CSF protein information available here.

Turnaround time

Within 1 hour if urgent.

Enquiries

Biochemistry (Automation)