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ANTG DETECT CRYPTOCOCCUS

Test Code
ADC


Alias/See Also
LAB927
CRYPTOCOCCAL ANTIGEN, CSF


CPT Codes
86403

Preferred Specimen
CSF


Transport Container
STERILE CUP


Transport Temperature
REF -7 DAYS


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
ANTIGEN DETECTION CRYPTOCOCCUS


Clinical Significance
Cryptococcosis, or cryptococcal disease, is a potentially fatal fungal disease. It is caused by one of two species; Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii. These were all previously thought to be subspecies of C. neoformans, but have now been identified as distinct species.



Performing Laboratory
LMH - Microbiology  x3758 or 3759



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.