Test Code CRYPAG Cryptococcal Antigen
Additional Codes
EPIC: LAB779
Methodology
Lateral Flow/EIA
Performing Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Gold-top serum gel tube or plain, red-top tube
Specimen: 1 mL of serum, non-hemolyzed.
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate ≤72 hours
Collection Instructions: If there is a delay in transport of >72 hours or if mailing time exceeds 72 hours, send specimen frozen in plastic vial.
Reference Values
Negative
If positive, a titer will be done automatically.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86403-Screen
86406-Titer (if appropriate)
Report Available
24 - 48 hours