Use pre-packaged sterile collection tubes OR1 x 5 mL red top tube, NOT SST
0.2 mL CSF
Pediatric: 0.1 mL CSF may be sufficient to perform one of Albumin, Glucose or Total Protein.
If Culture & Sensitivity collected on same tube send specimen to Microbiology first. DO NOT freeze.
0 – 30 days
1.4-4.3 mmol/L
1 month – 150 years
2.2-3.9 mmol/L
