Brain Tumor
Aug.02, 2009 in
Cerebrospinal Fluid Examination and Neurologic Disorders
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In primary cerebral cortex brain tumor, the CSF usually is clear and colorless, although xanthochromia may be present. Spinal fluid pressure is elevated in 70% of patients. Seventy percent show increased protein levels, with about one half of these more than 100 mg/100 ml (1.0 g/L). CSF glucose levels are normal. The majority (70%) of […]