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| Investigation | Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) | | Indications | Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spine. It is produced in the choroid plexuses of the ventricles of the brain. It acts as a cushion or buffer for the brain`s cortex, providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain inside the skull. The CSF also serves a vital function in cerebral autoregulation of cerebral blood flow. | | Specimen Type |  Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) | | Request Form | Microbiology | | Transport Medium | Sterile Universal Container | | Storage Temp / Special conditions | Room Temperature | | Turn around time for final test | 3-4 Days | | Related tests | None | | HOW TO guides | None | | Information leaflets | None | | Publications | None | | Guidelines | None |
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