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HelpTest Code PLFA Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid
Additional Codes
| Hospital Order Code |
| Lab2608 MISMGO |
Additional Testing Requirements
Pleural fluid testing for cryptococcal antigen should also be submitted for routine fungal culture. Order FGEN / Fungal Culture, Routine.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Useful For
Diagnosis of infection with Cryptococcus species
Method Name
Lateral Flow Assay (LFA)
Reporting Name
Cryptococcus Ag Screen, LFA, PFSpecimen Type
Pleural FluidSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.25
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pleural Fluid | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 2 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87899-Cryptococcus Ag Screen, LFA, PF
87899-Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, PF (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PLFA | Cryptococcus Ag Screen, LFA, PF | 29533-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 42396 | Cryptococcus Ag Screen, LFA, PF | 29533-7 |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLFAT | Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, PF | No | No |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.