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HelpTest Code CHISTM Histoplasma Antibody Complement Fixation and Immunodiffusion, Spinal Fluid
Additional Codes
| Mayo | HICSF |
| Epic ID | LAB5321 |
Specimen Type
CSFOrdering Guidance
This test should be ordered if patient is seropositive for Histoplasma antibodies in serum.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial number1.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Complement Fixation (CF)/Immunodiffusion (ID)
Testing Algorithm
For information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Histoplasma meningitis using spinal fluid specimens
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3 to 7 daysReference Values
Anti-Yeast Antibody by Complement Fixation: Negative
Antibody by Immunodiffusion: Negative
CPT Code Information
86698 x2