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Test Details

Cryptococcus Antigen Test

General Info:

Description:

The Cryptococcus Antigen test identifies antigens of a free-living saprophytic yeast, Cryptococcus, that causes a severe life-threatening illness called cryptococcosis, especially in immunosuppressed patients. These infections are mainly due to Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii. Healthcare providers use it for early diagnosis of various cryptococcal infections and initiate appropriate therapeutic interventions.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

CSF, Serum

Container Type: 

CSF Tube

Volume: 

1 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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