MVista® Coccidioides Antigen Quantitative EIA
Use
The MVista® Coccidioides Antigen Quantitative EIA is a quantitative enzyme immunoassay intended for detection and measurement of Coccidioides antigen. It aids in the diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis, particularly in cases where serologic response may be impaired (e.g., immunocompromised patients), and enhances sensitivity when combined with antibody assays.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Coccidioides antigen
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL (preferred)
Minimum Volume
1.2 mL serum or plasma
Collection Instructions
Serum: Allow blood to clot for 30 minutes, then centrifuge. Pipette serum into a transport tube.
Causes for Rejection
Specimen is too viscous to pipette • Tissue, sputum, bronchial brushings, stool, FNA, biopsy, tracheal or bone marrow aspirate
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | Indefinitely |
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