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STREP PNEUMO AG-CSF/PLEURAL FLUID

Test Code
LAB304860


CPT Codes
87450

Includes
Detection of Streptococcus pneumoniae antigen


Preferred Specimen
CSF  or pleural fluid in a sterile vial of collection cup 

 


Minimum Volume
Mini0.5 mL fluid


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: Up to 14 days


Methodology
Immunodiffusion

Setup Schedule
Sunday-Saturday


Reference Range
Presumptive negative for S. pneumoniae, suggesting no current or recent pneumococcal infections.


Clinical Significance
The sensitivity and specificity of this test is not adequate for the diagnosis of meningitis. Culture back up must be performed for both
positive and negative CSF results.


Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc.
Wheeling Hospital




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.