Test Code CRAG Cryptococcus Antigen, Serum or Spinal Fluid
Methodology
Latex Agglutination
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
1. Serum – SST or Plain Red Top Tube
2. CSF – Sterile Container - Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
Negative
Critical value: Positive
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86403
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate