Cryptococcus Antigen
₹950.00
The test works by detecting cryptococcal antigen (abbreviated “CrAg”), an indicator of infection, in serum (a component of blood) and in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). The antigen test can detect cryptococcal antigen in serum a median of 22 days before symptoms of meningitis develop.
SPECIMEN: 3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 SST OR 2 mL (1 ml min.) CSF in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
STABILITY: Room: NA; Refrigerated: 24 hrs; Frozen: NA
REPORT: Daily
PRE-TEST INFORMATION: No preparation required.
USAGE: Cryptococcosis is an invasive fungal infection caused by Cryptococcus neoformans found commonly in pigeon droppings. The disease affects mainly lungs and CNS. Cryptococcal antigen test is less frequently positive in serum than in CSF.
Category: Immunology
