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Cryptococcal antigen, CSF-6629

Test info

Test name:

Cryptococcal antigen, CSF

Test number:

6629

Excellian order number:

LAB6629

Abbreviation:

CAC

Useful for:

Aiding in diagnosis of infections caused by Cryptococcus neoformans.

Specimen

Specimen type:

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)

Collection container:

Sterile vial

Volume:

1.0 mL

Transport container:

Sterile vial/container

Transport and stability:

Refrigerated - 72 hours

Reason for rejection:

Improper label (unlabeled or mislabeled)
Time delay between time of collection and receipt of specimen
Improper transport container
Improper transport temperature
Inappropriate specimen type
Leaking container
Avoid hemolysis

Performance

Performing lab:

AHL - Microbiology: M

Days set up:

Daily

TAT:

1 day
STAT - 2 hours

Method:

Lateral Flow Immunochromatographic Assay (LFIA)

Clinical and Interpretive info

Reference ranges:

Negative

Results that require action (critical):

Positive

Billing

CPT codes:

86403
86406 - Titer (if applicable)

Tracking

Date created:

11/30/2001

Revised date:

12/26/2023

Review date:

12/18/2023