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HelpTest ID ULFAT Cryptococcus Antigen Titer, Lateral Flow Assay, Urine
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see ULFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Random, Urine.
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen.
2. No preservative.
Reporting Name
Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, USpecimen Type
UrineSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Report Available
1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ULFAT | Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, U | 93766-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 604369 | Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, U | 93766-4 |
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of infection with Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus gattii
This test should not be used as a test of cure.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
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
0.5 mL
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see ULFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Random, Urine.
Negative
Method Name
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see ULFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Random, Urine.
Lateral Flow Assay (LFA)