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Cryptococcus Antigen, Serum
0050196
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Ordering Recommendation
Identify C. neoformans as the infectious agent of invasive cryptococcal disease.
Mnemonic
CRY BLD
Methodology
Semi-quantitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Within 24 hours
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Plain Red or Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Specimen Preparation
Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.25 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions
Plasma.
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 week
Reference Interval
Negative
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
FDA
Note
Positive specimens are titered.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87327
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0050196 | Cryptococcus Antigen Serum, EIA | 29903-2 |
* Component test codes cannot be used to order tests. The information provided here is not sufficient for interface builds; for a complete test mix, please click the sidebar link to access the Interface Map.
Aliases
- cryptococcal antigen
- Cryptococcus Ag Screen, S
- India ink
- serum cryptococcus screen
Cryptococcus Antigen, Serum
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