NERVOUS SYSTEM SPECIAL SENSE
PERIPHERAL NERVE
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laboratory test in which CSF obtained from a lumbar puncture is evaluated macroscopically for clarity and color, microscopically for cells, and chemically for proteins and other substances
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CSF
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EMG
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Neurological Exam
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Diagnostic Imaging
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -What Is a Spinal Tap/Lumbar Puncture? A lumbar puncture, or spinal tap, is a medical test that involves collecting a small sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for examination. This clear, colorless liquid helps “cushion” the brain and spinal cord, or central nervous system.
Detailed explanation-2: -Microscopic examination incorrectly suggested the presence of organisms in only 3 of 2, 635 (0.1%) CSF examinations. Thus, microscopic examination of Gram-stained, concentrated CSF is highly sensitive and specific in early diagnosis of bacterial or fungal meningitis. Bacterial meningitis is a life-threatening infection.
Detailed explanation-3: -A positive test for beta-2 transferrin means the fluid is CSF.
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