| Methodology: |
Microscopy
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 24 hours
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: CSF.
Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL CSF specimen to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL) Place each specimen in a separate, individually sealed bag.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Unacceptable Conditions: Dry specimens.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable
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