Table 21 Reference ranges of proteins for detection of CSF fistula
From: S1 guidelines “lumbar puncture and cerebrospinal fluid analysis” (abridged and translated version)
Parameter | Reference range | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
Beta-Trace Protein (mg/l) | Serum: 0.3–0.9 CSF: 8.9–29.2 Cut-off: 1.1 | Cave: renal insufficiency, endolymph fistula |
Beta2-Transferrin | Qualitative detection | Cave: blood contamination |