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Protein 14-3-3 - CSF

Source CSF
Mnemonic MISCREFNON

Misc Ref Non-Blood Test Name Prompt: Protein 14-3-3
Specimen Requirements See CSF Collection Guidelines

Use sterile screw caped tubes

2-3 mL CSF
Specimen Handling

Collection site:
If CSF specimen is received with requisition stating "CJD", "Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease", or "Protein 14-3-3" (or with requests to rule out any of the above), contact Microbiologist on Call immediately at 403-770-3757 and refer to CLS BCERP Manual.  After specimen has been aliquotted for any requested CLS testing, freeze immediately, then send to DSC by TDG.

CLS Referrals:
Ship by TDG Monday through Wednesday only.
Additional Information

See: CSF Samples for 14-3-3 Protein Assay for additional information.

Send specimen in a separate bag with a photocopy of the requisition.

Testing Location Health Canada
Testing Frequency
Alternate Name(s) Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, CJD
Reference Interval