Several parameters are analyzed in CSF to diagnose different conditions:
- Cell Count and Differential: Elevated white blood cell count can indicate infections or inflammatory conditions. A high red blood cell count might suggest a hemorrhage. - Protein Levels: Increased protein levels can indicate a disruption of the blood-brain barrier, infections, or inflammatory diseases. - Glucose Levels: Low glucose levels in CSF may suggest bacterial meningitis. - Oligoclonal Bands: The presence of these bands is often associated with multiple sclerosis.
