Table 1 Comparison of CSF analysis during two separate hospitalizations
Tests | Initial Sample | Subsequent Sample | Normal |
|---|---|---|---|
Total nucleated cells | 11 | 16 | 0-5 |
RBC | 1245 | 38 | 0 |
Neutrophils | 15 | 01 | 0-6 |
Lymphocytes | 74 | 82 | 40-80 |
Protein | 60 | 44 | 15-45 |
Gross appearance | Colorless | Colorless | Colorless |
Oligoclonal bands | Present | Present | |
IgG Index | 15.8 | 10.6 | 0-6.6 |
IgG/Albumin ratio | 0.43 | 0.47 | 0-0.27 |
Culture (aerobic, fungal, viral) | Negative | Negative | Negative |
Cytology | Negative | Negative | Negative |
PCR (Varicella, Lyme) | Negative | Negative | Negative |