Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Not recommended for the diagnosis of fungal infection of the central nervous system. Refer to individual fungal antibody tests, as relevant to patient exposure(s).
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
Refer to report.
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes.
Compliance Category
Modified FDA
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
Negative fungal serology does not rule out the possibility of current infection. If Blastomyces antibodies are equivocal or positive by EIA then Blastomyces Immunodiffusion will be added. Additional charges apply.
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
86606; 86612; 86635; 86698 x2; if reflexed, add 86612
* 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.
AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
Aspergillus Antibody, CSF (CF)
Blastomyces Antibody by CF, CSF
Coccidioides Ab by CF, CSF
Histoplasma M, CSF (CF)
Histoplasma Y, CSF (CF)
Fungal Antibodies with Reflex to Blastomyces dermatitidis Antibodies by Immunodiffusion, CSF
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