Test Name
CSF - Beta HCG
LIS CodeHCGCSF
Lab Section
Chemistry
Fluid TypeCSF
Specimen Tube Type Transport
Sterile Non Gel Red Top
Container Whole Blood RequiredCSF collection tube
Summary Test NameCSF Beta HCG
Specimen Preparation OutreachRefrigerate until courier pickup
Specimen Stability3 days refrigerated
Minimum Volume0.2 ml spinal fluid
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Specimen Preparation In HouseRefrigerate until analysis
Stat Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Test Turnaround Time Routines And StatsRoutine 4 hours Stat 2 hours
Reference ValueNo normal range defined.