Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD58921Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
Also known as: Histoplasma Mycelial Yeast
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test is used for the diagnosis and prognosis of histoplasma infections. Titers ≥1:32 are highly suggestive of H. capsulatum infection. The complement fixation test frequently yields positive results in chronic active pulmonary histoplasmosis compared to primary active pulmonary disease.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Targets not provided.
Result Turnaround Time
2-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Transport tube
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
