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Cryptococcus Antigen

Test Code
CRYTO


Preferred Specimen
CSF or Serum


Instructions
If positive, titer performed at an additional charge


Transport Container
SST (serum) Sterile tube (CSF)


Transport Temperature
Stable refrigerated.


Reference Range
Negative Critical Value: All positives


Clinical Significance
During infection, quantities of capsular polysaccharide surface antigens from Cryptococcus neoformans are shed into the surrounding body fluids, including cerebrospinal fluid and serum. Rapid qualitative detection of these antigens facilitates diagnosis of often life-threatening diseases.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.