Test Code NSESF Neuron Specific Enolase, CSF
Additional Codes
Epic: LAB3290
Quest: 39239
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: CSF
Collection Container/Type: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
- Separate from cells within 1 hour of collection.
- Transfer 0.5 mL CSF to a standard transport tube.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 1 year
Reference Range
≤ 21.5 ng/mL
Rejection Due To
Hemolysis
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday Morning
Report Available
Next day
Clinical Significance
Use to detect neuron specific enolase, which may be a
nonspecific marker of neuronal damage.
Method Name
Quantitative Immunoassay
CPT Code(s)
86316
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Aliases
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