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HelpTest Code VDSFQ VDRL Titer, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see VDSF / VDRL, Spinal Fluid.
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen collected in vial 2 if possible. If not, note which vial from which the aliquot was obtained.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of neurosyphilis
Reporting Name
VDRL Titer, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see VDSF / VDRL, Spinal Fluid.
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86593
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| VDSFQ | VDRL Titer, CSF | 31146-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 65036 | VDRL Titer, CSF | 31146-4 |