Methodology
Quantitative Immunoturbidmetry
Synonyms
ALB
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 1 Month (preferred); Frozen: 6 Months (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
Rejection Criteria
Grossly blood; Contaminated; Hemolyzed
Test Volume Required
1 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL CSF
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge and separate to remove cellular material. Complete with an ARUP requisition form and submit with specimen refrigerated. Send with ARUP courier Monday-Friday at 1300, no weekends or holidays.
CPT Codes
82042
Revised
11/4/25
Initials
SA