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Anti-Leucine-Rich Glioma Inactivated-1 Antibodies (CSF)
Alternate Names
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anti-lgi1, anti-LGi, LGi1, lgl1, LGI-1, Anti-leucine-rich-glioma-inactivated 1 (LGI1) antibodies, LGI1 antibodies, Anti-LGI1 |
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Test Code
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LGI1 |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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CSF |
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Container Type
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Sterile CSF Tube |
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Medicare Rebate
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No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf |
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Out of Pocket Costs
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Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients may be charged. Please contact Pathology Queensland for current pricing (07 3646 5811) |
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Ordering Information
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- |
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Collection Instructions
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CSF samples should be sent to the laboratory immediately. Ensure all caps are screwed on correctly to avoid leakage & sterility. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Monthly |
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Min Test Volume
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250uL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Container ID
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CR, CRS, CB, CBS |
CSR Instructions
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Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions
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Laboratory Instructions
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Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions CSF samples should be handled urgently. Where there are multiple tubes from a lumbar puncture:
If insufficient tubes are received for the tests requested, please contact the Medical Microbiologist or Registrar (03 9496 5964) |
External Laboratory
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Immunology, Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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