What Is A Glucose?
A CSF glucose test measures the amount of sugar (glucose) in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF is a clear fluid that flows in the space surrounding the spinal cord and brain.
See also:
Glucose test - blood Glucose test - urine
Alternative Names
Glucose test - CSF; Cerebrospinal fluid glucose test
How the test is performed
A sample of CSF is needed. A lumbar puncture, also called a spinal tap, is the most common way to collect this sample. For information on this procedure, see the article...
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