Methodology
Qualitative Immunochormatography
Synonyms
Pneumococcal Antigen; S. pneumoniae Antigen; S pneumoniae
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=24 Hours; Refrigerated=1 Week; Frozen=1 Week
Test Volume Required
1 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL CSF
Processing Instructions
Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated or frozen. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick-up Monday-Friday.
CPT Codes
87899