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Test Code CLA B Cryptococcus Antigen

Cerner Test Code

CryptCocAg

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

CPT(s)

87327|ADDITIONAL |87327| FOR REFLEX TITER IF POSITIVE

Methodology

Immunochromatography

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology

Rejection Criteria

Rejection criteria: hemolysis.