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HelpTest Code LAB10213 Cryptococcal Antigen - Serum
Department
IMMUNOLOGY
Primary Collection Container
Gold (SST)
Alternate Collection Container
Red (No Gel)
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Processing
Allow specimen to clot completely.
Centrifuge, filter and refrigerate.
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
Unacceptable Conditions
Gross Hemolysis.
Additional Information
Titer performed if positive.