A cerebrospinal fluid tap, also called a lumbar puncture, is a procedure in which cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is taken from the spinal canal. This is for diagnostic purposes or to relieve pressure.
A cerebrospinal fluid tap, also called a lumbar puncture, is a procedure in which cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is taken from the spinal canal. This is for diagnostic purposes or to relieve pressure.