Cryptococcal Antigen CSF
eD-H Order Code
LAB927
Specimen Collection Information
Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
---|---|---|---|
CSF | 0.1 ML | Do Not Spin |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Ranges / Critical Values
Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Crypto Ag CSF | All | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | Negative |
Specimen Stability
Ambient 1hr
Refrigerated 72hours
Frozen 7 days
Additional Specimen Instructions
Minimum volume 0.5mL. Do not centrifuge specimen.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
CPT(s)
86318
Performing Lab Section
Serology