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What is the definition or description of: csf protein?
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Lab test: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) protein is a routine test on fluid obtained from a spinal tap, performed under suspicion that disease or infection of the central nervous system may be present. The results are interpreted with other findings for diagnostic purposes.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Protein in your CSf: This is the amount of protein found in your csf. It can be indicative of infections or autoimmune diseases. See a neurologist for further work up.
Answered 12/20/2012
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