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HelpTest Code PLFAT Cryptococcus Antigen Titer, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid
Reporting Name
Cryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, PFUseful For
Diagnosis of infection with Cryptococcus species
Method Name
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see PLFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid.
Lateral Flow Assay (LFA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Pleural FluidSpecimen 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
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Specimen Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pleural Fluid | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see PLFA / Cryptococcus Antigen Screen, Lateral Flow Assay, Pleural Fluid.
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
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 |