Crytptococcus antigen

About This Test

Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology

Requirement:

4ml EDTA blood (1ml if paediatric), purple top,

Turnaround Time:

3-5 days

Serological diagnosis of Cryptococcal infection - detection of antigen

Other Comments:

If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable

Measurement units: Not applicable
Clinical decision points: Not applicable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Bristol