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MessageIndia Ink Exam for Cryptococcus neoformans
Cryptococcal Antigen Testing is the preferred method for increased sensitivity.
For Cryptococcal Ag, order CRYPTO
For Cryptococcal Ag for CSF, order CRYPTOSF
Cryptococcal Antigen Testing is the preferred method for increased sensitivity.
For Cryptococcal Ag, order CRYPTO
For Cryptococcal Ag for CSF, order CRYPTOSF
Test Code
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Preferred Specimen
Body fluid
CSF
CSF
Instructions
Describe source, such as:
CSF
Pleural fluid
CSF
Pleural fluid
Specimen Stability
For CSF or other fluids: Send to the Lab within 30 minutes of collection.
DO NOT refrigerate specimens.
DO NOT place specimens on ice.
DO NOT refrigerate specimens.
DO NOT place specimens on ice.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Unacceptable specimens:
Dry specimen
Non-sterile container
Leaking container
Dry specimen
Non-sterile container
Leaking container
Methodology
Microscopic examination
