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CSF Lactate (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:Clinical Biochemistry
Test Code:CSL
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Specimen Types:Cerebrospinal Fluid
Container Types:
CSF Tube 1CSF Tube 1
Adults Volume or Mass:0.5 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:0.5 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:A separate container is required for this test.
Transport Instructions:On Ice
Processing Instructions:Centrifuge
Aliquot
Store frozen

Collect separate tube (0.5 mL) if other CSF tests are required

If only one tube of CSF is received and must be shared with either Bacteriology / Haematology, ask the requesting clinician to prioritise the tests. Explain that the lactate must be collected separately and sent on ice pillow. If the sample has not been transported on ice pillow, notify the clinician immediately to inform them that the test cannot be performed.

External Laboratory:Royal Children's Hospital Laboratory Services
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send Frozen on Dry Ice

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Frozen Section Booking Form