Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Detect Acanthamoeba spp, Naegleria spp, and other free-living amoebae.
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
ACANT CSF
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Qualitative Culture/Microscopy/Giemsa Stain
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Sun-Sat
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
2-10 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
CSF.
Specimen Preparation
Transfer 1 mL CSF to a sterile ARUP Standard Transport Tube (ARUP supply # 43115) available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Negative.
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
The stain will detect free-living amoeba such as Naegleria fowleri and Balamuthia mandrillaris.
The culture will detect free-living amoeba such as Acanthamoeba species and Naegleria fowleri but will NOT detect Balamuthia mandrillaris.
Compliance Category
Standard
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
For all other specimen types refer to Acanthamoeba and Naegleria Culture (ARUP test code 0060245) and Amoeba Calcofluor Stain (ARUP test code 0060250). For Entamoeba histolytica detection refer to Entamoeba histolytica Antigen, EIA (ARUP test code 0058001).
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.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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