Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion

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Test Code

BLASAB

Alias/See Also

932

CPT Codes
86612

Preferred Specimen

1 mL serum (minimum 0.2 mL)

Instructions

SST or Red top: Avoid hemolysis. Invert a minimum of 5 times, then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minutes. Centrifuge the the tube for at least 10 minutes. Keep tightly stoppered.

Transport Container

SST (speckled top), Red top , Plastic Vial (transfer) tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (preferred)

Specimen Stability

Room Temperature = n/a
Refrigerated = 3 days
Frozen = at least 7 days

Methodology
Immunodiffusion (D)

Setup Schedule

Tuesday and Sunday
BS

Report Available

8 days

Clinical Significance

Blastomycosis, caused by the fungus Blastomyces Dermatitidis, occurs most commonly in men ages 20-69 years. Infection may be transient or lead to chronic, progressive pulmonary disease.

Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439

Last Updated: November 19, 2021

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