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Test ID: SLFA    
Cryptococcus Antigen Screen with Titer, Serum

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Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Aiding in the diagnosis of cryptococcosis

 

This test should not be used as a test of cure or to guide treatment decisions.

 

This test should not be used as a screening procedure for the general populations.

Reflex Tests Lists tests that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial tests.

Test IDReporting NameAvailable SeparatelyAlways Performed
SLFATCryptococcus Ag Titer, LFA, SYesNo

Testing Algorithm Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

If result is positive, Cryptococcus titer will be performed at an additional charge.

Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test

Lateral Flow Assay (LFA)

NY State Available Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.

Yes

Reporting Name Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test

Cryptococcus Ag Screen w/Titer, S

Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching

Cryptococcus Ag Screen, S
Cryptococcus gattii
Cryptococcus neoformans
Fungal Serology