Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Evaluate protein composition of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF); not useful for the assessment of multiple sclerosis for which Oligoclonal Bands in CSF and Serum (0081135) should be ordered.
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
CSF ELECT
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Quantitative Electrophoresis
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Mon, Wed, Fri
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
1-5 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
Compliance Category
FDA
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
CSF electrophoresis may be useful in the diagnosis of tumors in the central nervous system or neurological illness. Oligoclonal Band Profile (ARUP test code 0080440) may be more appropriate for patients with suspected multiple sclerosis. Myelin Basic Protein (ARUP test code 0080515) offers little incremental value in the evaluation of multiple sclerosis. For the evaluation of blood brain barrier integrity, Immunoglobulin G, CSF Index (ARUP test code 0050676), included in the Oligoclonal Band Profile test, may be useful.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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