Normal Values:

The glucose levels should be between 50 to 80 mg/100 mL. Levels may vary slightly depending on the amount of glucose in the blood. However, the level in the CSF should be about two-thirds the level in the blood.

Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.

What abnormal results mean:

Abnormal results include increased and decreased glucose levels. Abnormal results may be due to:

• Infection (bacterial or fungus)
• Inflammation of the central nervous system
• Tumor