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Test Code IMML28 Cryptococcal Antigen

Synonym

  • CRAG

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Refrigerated: 3 days

Rejection Due To

  • Gross hemolysis

Testing Algorithm

If Cryptococcal Antigen (CRAG) is positive, then the CRAG titer will be performed.

Reflex Tests

Reporting Name Available Separately Always Reported
CRAG Titer No No

Interpretation

Negative

Method Description

Lateral flow assay

Performing Lab

Clinical Lab UH

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

1 to 3 days

Reporting Name

Cryptococcal Antigen

CPT Code Information

87327

LOINC Code Information

31790-9
9817-8 (if applicable)