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I am trying to diagnose a slow intermittent recurring csf leak.i have read that i can use a glucometer to get an idea if its csf is this right?
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No: To detect CSF in a body fluid it needs to be tested for beta transferrin, usually by electrophoresis and immunostaining.
Answered 1/30/2019
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