
Sample type: CSF
Test name: MCS (Cerebrospinal fluid) a.k.a. LP/EVD/Shunt, CSF, Infection
Condition / Indication: Meningitis
Special precautions & notes: Do not request culture unless meningitis suspected. It is the requesting doctor’s responsibility to arrange for transport and provide notification to the laboratory of urgent specimens. Please request TB culture or virology if required.
Reference range: Not Applicable
Container: Universal (white top)
Ideal volume (mL): 3 mL
Referred outside NBT for analysis? No
Discipline: Microbiology
Turnaround time: 5 days