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CSF - Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Cerebrospinal fluid ACE activities are used as a marker of neurosarcoid. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a fortnight. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| ACE (CSF), CSF - ACE, |
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Code:
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CACE |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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<2 U/L
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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CSF Tube 1 (CSF1), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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0.3mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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The patient should not be taking ACE inhibitors. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Freeze sample once all in-house testing has been completed. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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0.3mL |
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Stability:
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1 week chilled; Longer if frozen |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample frozen on dry ice.
Requests should be reviewed by Duty Biochemist prior to transport. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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Laboratory |
SSWPS-Royal Prince Alfred Hospital |
(02) 9515 8279 |
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Last Updated : 19-12-2025 11:39 |