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 the presence of Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus gattii infection. A negative test does not preclude diagnosis of Cryptococcus infection, particularly if only a single specimen has been tested and the patient shows symptoms consistent with cryptococcosis.
Methodology: Lateral flow immunochromographic assay; reflex to titer on positive

REFLEX TEST: Z6497 Cryptococcus Ag Titer, Serum LOINC: 9818-6

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