Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC27649Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Blastomyces Antibodies, Quantitative, DID
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Establish the diagnosis of infection due to Blastomyces dermatitidis
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test may not detect very early infections or those where the organism does not elicit a strong immune response, leading to lower antibody levels. Cross-reactions with antibodies from other fungal infections may occur, affecting specificity. Hemolysis, lipemia, or gross bacterial contamination can impact test accuracy, leading to sample rejection.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Double immunodiffusion)
Biomarkers
Blastomyces Antibodies
ProteinAntibody Quantitation
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 22112-7 - B dermat Ab Titr Ser
Result Codes
- 22112-7 - B dermat Ab Titr Ser
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination
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