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MCL Laboratory specimen collection and test information
Lumbar + Red Top
CSF-IgG-Index and Synthesis Rate
1 mL. CSF and 5mL. Blood
Alternative name(s)

Lab section Send Outs    
When performed 0630h-1430h Monday-Friday    
When reported
 0630h-1430h Monday-Friday    
   
Sunquest code:
 JIGISB
EPIC Code:
 IGG INDEX + SYN RATE
   
Important notes: Requires both CSF and blood drawn within 4 hours of each other.
Rejection criteria: Requires consult. Submit consult form with patient history, physician name and beeper number.
Transportation notes:
Specimen preparation: Separate serum and refrigerate.

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Last revised 11/14/2012