ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Cryptococcus Antigen, CSF : 0050195

Mnemonic: CRY CSF

Methodology: Semi-quantitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect: CSF.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL CSF to a sterile ARUP Standard Transport Tube (ARUP supply #43115). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min: 0.25 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: Indefinitely
Reference Interval:
Negative
Note: Positive specimens are titered.
CPT Code(s): 87327
Cross References: Cryptococcus Antigen, Spinal Fluid (Cryptococcus Antigen, CSF)