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HelpTest ID CBL Blastomyces Antibody Immunodiffusion, Spinal Fluid
Method Name
Immunodiffusion (ID)
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial number 2 (preferred), 3, or 4.
Reporting Name
Blastomyces Ab Immunodiffusion, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Report Available
3 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CBL | Blastomyces Ab Immunodiffusion, CSF | 51741-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 15134 | Blastomyces Immunodiffusion (CSF) | 51741-7 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Useful For
Detection of antibodies in spinal fluid specimens from patients with blastomycosis
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86612
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Reference Values
Negative