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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB927 Cryptococcal Antigen CSF (DHMC/CGP/APD/NLH)
LAB4131 ME Panel PCR + CNS Culture
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerebrospinal Fluid | Cerebrospinal Fluid | CSF-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 1 hour
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: 7 days
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| CRYPTOCOCCAL ANTIGEN, CSF | 31788-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
24 Hours
CPT Code(s)
87899
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)