CRYPTO AG
Cryptococcal Antigen, Blood
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2531
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Collection Procedure:
1. Indicate the specimen type on the request form.
2. Label the specimen appropriately.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated (2-8 °C) up to 72 hours
Frozen (-20 °C) >72 hours
Frozen (-20 °C) >72 hours
CPT Codes:
87899 - Cryptococcal Antigen (EAP 30060180)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Method:
Lateral Flow
Reference Ranges:
Negative for cryptococcal antigen.
If positive, semiquantitative titer assay will be performed.