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Pneumococcus Antigen

Message
The accuracy of the test in young children is established only for CSF samples.


Test Code
PNEAG


Preferred Specimen
Urine or CSF


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Urine or CSF Specimen stable for 24 hours room temp., CSF refrigerated or frozen - stable 7 days, Urine refrigerated or frozen- stable 14 days,


Reference Range
Negative


Clinical Significance
The test has not been evaluated on patients taking antibiotics for greater than 24 hours or on patients who have recently completed an antibiotic regimen. Effects of over-the-counter drugs have not been determined.
False positive results may occur within 5 days of a patient receiving Streptococcus pneumoniae vaccine




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.