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Health Encyclopedia: Csf Vdrl Test

Definition

The CSF-VDRL test is used to diagnose neurosyphilis. This test looks for antibodies called reagins, which are sometimes produced by the body in reaction to the syphilis-causing bacteria.

Alternative Names

Venereal Disease Research Laboratory slide test - CSF

How the test is performed

The test is performed on a CSF sample obtained by lumbar puncture (spinal tap).

How to prepare for the test

The procedure is a lumbar puncture (spin...

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