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HelpTest Code HSTCRM Histoplasma Antibody Complement Fixation and Immunodiffusion, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | HISER |
| Epic ID | LAB2534 |
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1.1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
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 active histoplasmosis
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 7 daysReference Values
Anti-Yeast Antibody by Complement Fixation:
Negative (positive results reported as titer)
Antibody by Immunodiffusion:
Negative (positive results reported as band present)
CPT Code Information
86698 x2