Histoplasma AB By CF

Test Code: TD_4710

CPT Code(s): 86698 X2

$78

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Histoplasma Antibody by Complement Fixation

Test Includes

Histoplasma AB By CF

Methodology

Complement Fixation (CF)

Rejection Criteria

Lipemia
Contaminated samples
Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles
Hemolysis

Reference Range(s)

Histoplasma mycelia: <1_8
Histoplasma yeast: <1:8

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Seperator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.4 mL Serum

Sample Stability

After separation from cells: 2 days room temperature
2 days refrigerated
1 year frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate.
Note: Parallel testing is preferred and convalescent samples must be received within 30 days of receipt of acute samples. Clearly label sample as acute or convalescent.

Alternative Specimen

N/A