Histoplasma Galactomannan Antigen, Urine

Test Code
91212


Alias/See Also
LAB400


CPT Codes
87385

Preferred Specimen
10 mL random urine collected in a sterile leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Container
Plastic urine container


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Setup Schedule
Tues-sat


Report Available
1-3 days


Reference Range
<0.2 ng/mL


Clinical Significance
Histoplasma galactomannan is frequently detected in urine from patients with disseminated histoplasmosis.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042




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