Test Code ACECF | Beaker: LAB2248 Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE), CSF
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2248
Epic Description: ACE, CSF
Synonym
Spinal Fluid (ACE)
Specimen Type
CSF
Specimen Required
CSF
Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
---|---|---|---|
Preferred |
Sterile Vial |
1.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
CSF
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 0098974
Assay Frequency
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
4-5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport to sendout lab. Refrigerate if holding overnight. Ship frozen on dry ice.
CPT Code Information
82164
Specimen Limitation
NOTE: Gadolinium contract agents have been reported to inhibit ACE activity. Therefore, CSF containing gadolinium-based contrast agens should not be submited for evaluation.