MEDICAL | HEALTH | BIOLOGY on Instagram: "This is how cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is collected 🧬 CSF is a clear fluid that protects the brain and spinal cord. Doctors collect it using a procedure called a lumbar puncture (spinal tap). 🔬 What’s happening here: • A thin needle is gently inserted into the lower back • It goes between vertebrae—below the spinal cord, so it’s safe • A small amount of CSF flows out naturally • The sample is collected for testing 🧪 Why CSF is tested: • Infections (men

BIOLOGY | HEALTH | MEDICAL on Instagram: "Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is extracted through a lumbar puncture, also called a spinal tap, which involves a healthcare provider inserting a thin needle into the lower spine. To prepare, you will lie on your side with your knees to your chest, and a local anesthetic will be injected to numb the area. The needle is inserted between the vertebrae to access the subarachnoid space, where the CSF is collected for testing. Dm for credit or removal 🙏 For educa

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