Meningitis Encephalitis Panel
Test Mnemonic
MGEBF
CPT Codes
- 87483 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
82180-2, 82181-9, 82189-2, 82194-2, 82182-7, 82183-5, 82190-0, 82191-8, 82192-6, 82193-4, 82184-3, 82185-0, 82186-6, 82187-6, 82188-4
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
FDA Category
In Vitro Diagnostic
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | CSF Tube | Ambient | Refrigerated | Only CSF collected by lumbar puncture is acceptable. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mL | Only CSF collected by lumbar puncture is acceptable. |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | At room temp for up to one day |
| Refrigerated | For up to 7 days |
Days Performed
7 days a week
Turnaround Time
1 - 2 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Reverse Transcription/Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT/PCR) |
Clinical Reference
Not detected