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CSF Oligoclonal band
Plain Universal (CSF) and Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
| Test | CSF Oligoclonal band |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | NA |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Plain Universal (CSF) and Brown clotted serum, gel barrier |
| Clinical Indication | Used in the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis |
| Specimen Type | CSF and Blood |
| Sample type | CSF and Serum |
| Minimum Volume | 2mL |
| Special Precautions | Matched serum and CSF samples required. |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 10 days |
| Laboratory | Protein Reference Unit PO BOX 894 Sheffield S5 7YT 0114 226 9196 |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Notes |
