ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Fungal Antibodies by ID : 0050164

Mnemonic: FUNG PPT

Methodology: Qualitative Immunodiffusion
Performed: Sun-Fri
Reported: 2-4 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Body fluid.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
Reference Interval:
 
Test Number Components Reference Interval
0050171Aspergillus Antibody by ID None detected
0050172Blastomyces Antibody by ID None detected.
0050183Coccidioides Antibody by ID None detected.
0050174Histoplasma Antibody by ID None detected.
 
Interpretive Data: Refer to individual components.
Note: Negative fungal serology does not rule out the possibility of current infection.
CPT Code(s): 86606; 86612; 86635; 86698