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HelpTest ID PLFAT Cryptococcus Antigen Titer, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see PLFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid.
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Reporting Name
Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, PFSpecimen Type
Pleural FluidSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pleural Fluid | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Report Available
2 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PLFAT | Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, PF | 11473-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 48431 | Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, PF | 11473-6 |
Useful For
Diagnosis of infection with Cryptococcus species
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
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
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see PLFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid.
Method Name
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see PLFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid.
Lateral Flow Assay (LFA)