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Epic EAP: LAB927
Epic Description: CRYPTOCOCCAL ANTIGEN, CSF
NOTE:Initial Cryptococcal Antigen, CSF testing must be accompanied by CSF Culture LAB268
Synonym
Cryptococcus neoformans (CSF)
Crypto (CSF)
Specimen Type
CSF
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Sterile Vial |
1.0 mL | 0.3 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
CSF
Optimum 0.6 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Microbiology Lab
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Deliver to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86403