Test Name

• CRYPTOCOCCUS ANTIGEN, SERUM

Test Code

• 6015

Test Synonym

• Cryptococcal Ag, Serum w/reflex to Titer

Minimum Volume

• 2 mL

Specimen Type

• Serum

Primary Container

• Serum Separator Tube, Plain Red Top Tube, Transfer Tube- Serum

Transport Temp

• Refrigerated

TAT

• 3 days

Specimen Requirements

• 2 mL SERUM

Specimen Retention

• Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube; do not use tube with EDTA Positive results are titered at an additional charge.