Cerebrospinal Fluid

By: Fanar mohmmad ali

Supervised by: Dr.Ayshaa waseem

Alkitab University_Collage of Medical Techniques

Department of Medical Analysis

(Group:A2 ____ third stage)

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 Introduction:

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless

liquid found in your brain and spinal cord. The
brain and spinal cord make up your central
nervous system. Your central nervous system
controls and coordinates everything you do
including, muscle movement, organ function,
and even complex thinking and planning. CSF
helps protect this system by acting like a
cushion against sudden impact or injury to the
brain or spinal cord. CSF also removes waste
products from the brain and helps your central
nervous system work properly.

A CSF analysis is a group of tests that look at

your cerebrospinal fluid to help diagnose
diseases and conditions that affect the brain
and spinal cord.

Other names: Spinal Fluid Analysis, CSF

Analysis

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used for :

A CSF analysis may include tests to diagnose:

1. Infectious diseases of the brain and spinal cord,

including meningitis and encephalitis. CSF tests for
infections look at white blood cells, bacteria, and
other substances in the cerebrospinal fluid
2. Autoimmune disorders, such as Guillain-Barré
Syndrome and multiple sclerosis (MS). CSF tests for
these disorders look for high levels of certain
proteins in the cerebrospinal fluid. These tests are
called albumin protein and igG/albumin.
3. Bleeding in the brain
4. Brain tumors

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 CSF analysis:

You may need a CSF analysis if you have

symptoms of an infection of the brain or spinal
cord, or of an autoimmune disorder, such as
multiple sclerosis (MS).

Symptoms of a brain or spinal cord infection

include:

5. Fever
6. Severe headache
7. Seizures
8. Stiff neck
9. Nausea and vomiting
10. Sensitivity to light
11. Double vision
12. Changes in behavior
13. Confusion
Symptoms of MS include:

1. Blurred or double vision

2. Tingling in the arms, legs, or face
3. Muscle spasms
4. Weak muscles

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5. Dizziness
6. Bladder control problems
Symptoms of Guillain-Barré syndrome include
weakness and tingling in the legs, arms, and
upper body.

You may also need a CSF analysis if you've

had an injury to your brain or spinal cord, or
have been diagnosed with cancer that has
spread to the brain or spinal cord.

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