Neurofilament Light (CSF) Test | Austin Pathology

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Neurofilament Light (CSF)

Alternate Names	NfL
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	CSF
Container Type	Sterile CSF Tube
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $200.00 Fee is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory or the NDDL website for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	Neurofilament light (NfL) is a non-specific marker of central nervous system neuronal injury. NB: NATA/RCPA accreditation does not cover the performance of this service.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monthly
Min Test Volume	500uL
Add On Test Suitability	Contact Microbiology on 03 9496 5295 to confirm add on suitability.

Container ID	CR
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions WHOLE CSF SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE Sample must be sent to the referral laboratory within 2 days. Samples for Alzheimers Disease Screening should NEVER be frozen. Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Approval should be obtained from a microbiologist prior to dispatch. A Specimen Data Sheet must accompany all referrals.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	National Dementia Diagnostics Laboratory (NDDL), The Florey Institute
Accredited Test	No

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)