Fungal serology, Cryptococcus

Code:

xcryp

Lab:

X

Days test started:

ship M-Th

TAT:

3-5 d*

Available for:

Companion Animal

Specimen Type/Volume

1) 1 mL serum. 2) 1 mL CSF.

Shipping Information

Ship in insulated container with freezer packs.

Collection Protocol

1) Collect blood into a red-top tube. 2) Sterile leakproof container.

Additional Information

This test is sent to an external laboratory. For the detection of Cryptococcus spp. in serum or CSF by latex agglutination. Shipping (test code: xtrnu), handling (test code: xhand) and accession (test code: xacccor) fees are also applicable on each submission. External test price is subject to change.