Ordering Recommendation
Aid in the diagnosis of pneumococcal pneumonia.
Mnemonic
SPN AG
Methodology
Qualitative Immunochromatography
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
Within 24 hours
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Random urine.
Specimen Preparation
Mix specimen well. Transfer 4 mL urine to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 1 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated or frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimen types other than urine.
Remarks
Stability
Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 2 weeks
Reference Interval
Negative
Interpretive Data
False-positives may occur because of cross-reactivity with other members of S. mitis group. Clinical correlation is recommended.
Compliance Category
FDA
Note
Patients who have received the S. pneumoniae vaccines may test positive in the 48 hours following vaccination. It is recommended to avoid testing within five days of receiving vaccination.
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
87899
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
0060228 | Streptococcus pneumoniae Ag, Urine | 24027-5 |
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Aliases
- Pneumococcal Antigen
- S. pneumoniae Antigen
- S. pneumoniae antigen urine
- Urinary S. pneumoniae Ag
Streptococcus pneumoniae Antigen, Urine