CSF Transport Tube

Size: 2.5 mL

Sarstedt Product Number: 63.614.625

This false-bottom cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) transport tube is used for Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarkers (ALZCSF) testing.

Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarkers Panel (ALZCSF) Testing Collection Instructions

1. Confirm that the tube type is correct (only a specimen collected in the Sarstedt CSF Transport Tube is acceptable).
2. Perform a lumbar puncture using the gravity drip collection method (preferred). Do not use the first 2 mL of CSF.
3. Collect CSF directly into the tube up to the fill line.
4. Inspect the sample for the presence of blood. Do not use CSF samples that appear reddish. Instead, collect additional clear (non-hemolytic) CSF in a new CSF tube.
5. Do not process the sample before sending it to the laboratory (i.e., do not invert, transfer, or aliquot).

Samples are stable at room temperature for 5 days and refrigerated for 14 days.

Questions? Please contact Client Services for assistance.