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CRYPTOCOCCUS ANTIGEN, SERUM
Test CodeCRYPT
CPT Codes
86403
Includes
A positive result will automatically reflex to a titer
Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (gel separator)
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
or 1 Red tube
Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma/serum and red cells. See Specimen Container for appropriate sample type. Separate and refrigerate until tested.
Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 48 hours; otherwise freeze
Methodology
Latex Agglutination
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F
Clinical Significance
Detects the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans infection in the blood
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM1 (Immunology, Manual)
Last Updated: April 25, 2023