Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

Alzheimer's Disease (AD) Screen

Synonyms

Beta-amyloid (1-42)

Specimen Collection

Pre Testing Requirements

Blue capped tubes are held in the Immunology/Serology laboratory.  Please contact x 98461

Specimen Collection and Transport Protocols

LP collected via gravity drip, no aspiration or intervening tubing.

Collect the first 1-2 mL CSF in a standard collection tube.  This is required for routine Biochemistry/Microbiology.

Collect 2.5 mL CSF (minimum 1 tube, of clear, non-haemolysed CSF) into 1 or more blue capped PP tube/s.

 

Instructions for Referral to Waikato Lab

Aliquot Transport

Refrigerated 2-8°C

Do not freeze the CSF under any circumstances.

Test Information

Department

Immunology

Referred Test

Sample will be sent to the National Dementia Diagnostics Laboratory (NDDL) in Melbourne, Australia.