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Test Directory / TAU protein
TAU protein
Nasal or ear secretions
| Test | TAU protein |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | Beta - 2 transferrin |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | Nasal or ear secretions |
| Clinical Indication | Requests usually received after trauma or surgery. Confirmation of CSF rhinorrhoea. |
| Specimen Type | Nasal or ear secretions |
| Sample type | Nasal or ear secretions |
| Minimum Volume | 1mL |
| Special Precautions | No special requirements |
| Stability | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Turnaround Time | 5 days |
| Laboratory | Protein Reference Unit PO BOX 894 Sheffield S5 7YT 0114 226 9196 |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
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