CSF

CSF collection kit

1 mL CSF

Batch analysis performed daily Monday through Friday. Sample must be received by the Microbiology Laboratory by 1200 for same day testing. For additional services, contact Clinical Pathology Resident on-call at pager #3404.

1-4 days

Negative
Reportable linear range of 200 - 2,000,000 IU/mL

Positive results less than 200 IU/mL will be reported as "POS <200 IUM" and negative results will be reported as "Negative".

Specimens stored at 4°C will be accepted up to 72 hours after collection.

Testing requires a dedicated tube.

The performance characteristics of this test were determined by the University of Iowa Microbiology and Molecular Pathology Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. The laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.

PCR amplification

For CSF specimens aliquot into sterile tubes and store at 2-
8°C for 72 hours or -20 to -80°C for long term.

Transport Instructions:
Place coolant packs into styrofoam container.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Protect specimen by wrapping in bubble-wrap or toweling.
Recommend express mail or equivalent if not on courier service.