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Method Name
Latex Agglutination (LA)
Reporting Name
Candida Antigen DetectionSpecimen Type
SerumDraw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 180 days |
Reference Values
REFERENCE RANGE: <1:2
INTERPRETIVE CRITERIA:
<1:2 Antigen Not Detected
≥ 1:2 Antigen Detected
Detection of Candida albicans antigen in serum is highly suggestive of systemic or disseminated candidiasis.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 - 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Focus Diagnositics, Inc.CPT Code Information
86403