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HelpTest Code CLA B Cryptococcus Antigen
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
CSF or Serum
Processing Instructions
Collect CSF, Red or Gold SST Top SST tube.
Stability
Stability: 72 hours Refrigerated, >72 hours Frozen at -20C or below
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
Methodology
Immunochromatography
CPT(s)
87327|ADDITIONAL |87327| FOR REFLEX TITER IF POSITIVE
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology
Cerner Test Code
CryptCocAg
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: hemolysis.