MYELIN BASIC PROTEIN, CSF

Synonyms: MBP
Computer Code: (RMBP) (GCCHLP)
Specimen Collection: 2 mL cerebrospinal fluid.
Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Centrifuge CSF at 1500 xg, remove supernatant, refrigerate. Min 0.8 mL CSF.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 7 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 83873
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII