Test Code LAB10212 Cryptococcal Antigen - CSF
Department
IMMUNOLOGY
Refer To
For serum assay refer to CRYP AG SR (Cryptococcal Antigen-Serum)
Primary Collection Container
CSF Collection Kit
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Minimum Testing Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Range
Negative
Methodology
Dipstick Sandwich Immunochromatographic Assay
Performed
STAT: Sunday – Saturday
Routine: Monday – Friday
6:30 am – 2:30 pm
Reported
1-3 days
CPT Codes
87899;Reflex to Titer 87899 with 59 modifier
Additional Information
Titer performed if positive.