Cryptococcal Antigen w/Reflex to Titer, CSF

Test Code

CRYPTOSF

Alias/See Also

Cryptococcus Antigen, CSF
SQL, test code 905544

CPT Codes
86403

Preferred Specimen

Sterile CSF collected in a screw cap container.

Minimum Volume

1.0 mL

Instructions

See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.

Transport Temperature

Ambient/ Room Temperature

Report Available

Daily

Clinical Significance

The encapsulated soil yeast Cryptococcus neoformans causes Cryptococcosis. Pulmonary infection is acquired by inhalation of the organism and is usually subclinical in the immunocompetent host. Dissemination may occur in an immunocompromised patient, often to the meninges.

Performing Laboratory
Performed onsite at BUMCT and Wyoming. Specimens coming from BUMCS will be performed at BUMCT.
All other sites will be performed at SQL.

Additional Information
Cryptococcus Antigen, CSF

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.