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Department | CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY |
Speciality Name | CSF PROTEIN |
Test type | Pathology |
Report | 24 Hours |
No Patient preparation needed
An abnormal protein level in the CSF suggests a problem in the central nervous system. Increased protein level may be a sign of a tumor, bleeding, nerve inflammation, or injury. A blockage in the flow of spinal fluid can cause the rapid buildup of protein in the lower spinal area.
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