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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB779
Epic Description: CRYPTOCOCCAL ANTIGEN – BLOOD
Synonym
Cryptococcus neoformans
Crypto
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
7.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 7.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 3 X 0.5 mL | 2 X 0.5 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 3 X 0.5 mL | 2 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 0.5 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Microbiology Lab
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Deliver to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86403