Laboratory Medicine
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CSF ACE
White topped universal (no additives)
| Test | CSF ACE |
|---|---|
| Common Abbreviations | NA |
| Profile | NA |
| Tube type | White topped universal (no additives) |
| Clinical Indication | Serum ACE levels are increased in at least 60% of patients with active Sarcoidosis and are useful for monitoring. CSF ACE has a limited diagnostic role in neurosarcoidosis but may be occasionally useful in monitoring disease progression/remission |
| Specimen Type | CSF |
| Sample type | CSF |
| Minimum Volume | 200µl |
| Special Precautions | Patient should not be on ACE inhibitor |
| Stability | 7 days |
| Turnaround Time | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Laboratory | Neurometabolic Unit, London |
| Reference Interval | Contact Referral Laboratory |
| Limitations | Contact Referral Laboratory |
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