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HelpTest ID FCANA Candida albicans Antibodies (IgG, IgA, IgM)
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
Candida Albicans Ab (IgG,IgA,IgM)Specimen Type
SerumDraw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s). Serum gel tube is also acceptable. Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerate.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Reference Range: <1.0
Interpretive Criteria:
<1.0 Antibody not detected
≥ 1.0 Antibody detected
Systemic candidiasis is often characterized by markedly elevated levels of IgG, IgA, and IgM recognizing Candida. However, interpretation of Candida antibody levels is complicated by detection of antibodies in 20-30% of healthy individuals, and blunted antibody responses in immuno-compromised patients at risk for systemic candidiasis. Candida antibody results should be considered within the context of clinical findings and results from other relevant laboratory tests, such as Candida antigen detection and/or culture.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
1 - 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Focus Diagnositics, Inc.Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics have been determined by Focus Diagnostics. Performance characteristics refer to the analytical performance of the test.CPT Code Information
86628/x3