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Test Code II India Ink Preparation, Spinal Fluid

Important Note

For increased sensitivity see “Cryptococcus Antigen, Spinal Fluid.”

Additional Codes

EPIC:  LAB3068

Methodology

Direct Microscopic Examination

Used in the detection of encapsulated Cryptococcus.

Performing Laboratory

St. Joseph Hospital

Specimen Requirements

0.5 mL of spinal fluid in a screw-capped, sterile container. Maintain sterility and forward promptly.

Reference Values

Negative

 

Critical value:  Positive result

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87210