Cryptococcus Ag

Test ID: Z0809 CPT code: 87899 LOINC: 70910-5 Specimen Type: SST is preferred. Red top tube is acceptable. Frequency: 1 – 3 days Instructions: 2.0 mL Serum from SST is preferred. Red top tube is acceptable., Refrigerated. Min 0.5 mL. Text: Aids in establishing...

Cryptosporidium Antigen

Test ID: CRYSP CPT code: 87328 LOINC: 21233-2 Specimen Type: Ova and Parasite Container (10% Formalin) Frequency: Daily M-F Instructions: Stool collected in O&P formalin or Cary Blair C/S trans Con. Alt/fresh stool delivered w/i 24hrs. Refrigerate. Text:...

CSF Culture and smear

Test ID: CGCSS CPT code: LOINC: Specimen Type: CSF Frequency: Setup: Daily; Prelim 24hrs; final 72 hrs Instructions: 1.0 ml CSF in sterile container. Text: Isolate and identify pathogenic organisms causing meningitis, shunt infection and brain abscess. Methodology:...