Glucose (CSF)
CSF glucose is approximately 1 mmol/L less than plasma glucose. A blood sample should be sent at the same time
| Tube | 07 (FP) - Fluoride Oxalate Plasma |
|---|---|
| ID | Tests&Tubes0059 |
| Additional Information | |
| Turn Around | A&E: N/A Day Case: 6 Hours In-Patient: 6 Hours Out-Patient: N/A GP: N/A |
| Send to | Blood Sciences Cross Site |
| Contact | For further details please contact Leeds Pathology customer services: leedsth-tr.pathologycustomerservice@nhs.net. |
| Collection Con | Minimum volume: 500µl CSF Instructions for Lab Staff: Standard lab processing- No special requirements |
| Sample REQ | CSF |
| Ref. Range Notes | Blood Sciences reference ranges are available through the useful information and links page: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/a-z-of-services/pathology/blood-sciences/useful-information-and-links/ |
| Units | mmol/L |
| Telepath | GLUC1L |
| ICE Codes | LGLUC |
