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-257
For additional Neuropathy testing, see Motor Neuropathy, Motor and Sensory Neuropathy, and Neuropathy print

 
-167
For additional Neuropathy testing, see Motor and Sensory Neuropathy, and Sensory Neuropathy print

 
-141
For Free Lambda Light Chains (Serum Only) see Unit Code 20546 print

 
-86
Farmer's Lung (See Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Antibody Panel) print

 
-136
For Free Kappa/Lambda Light Chains (Serum Only) see Unit Code 20646 print

 
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-260
For additional Neuropathy testing, see Neuropathy and Sensory Neuropathy
-137
For Free Kappa Light Chains (Serum Only) see Unit Code 20446 print

 
4010
Febrile Antibodies and Francisella Panel print

See individual assay for description.

Panel Includes:

  • Brucella Antibodies (IgG, IgM), Serum
  • Francisella Tularensis Antibody, DA
  • Salmonella Antibodies, EIA
  • Weil-Felix Test, DA
Methodology Direct Agglutination, EIA (Enzyme Immunoassay) and ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay)
Reference Range By report
Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum
(minimum 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature Room temperature
Results Available 1 to 4 days
CPT Code 86000 x 4; 86768 x 5; 86622 x 2
 
2395
Febrile Antibodies and Francisella Panel print

This unit code has been inactivated.

Please see unit code 4010.
 
4005
Febrile Antibodies Panel print

See individual assay for description.

Panel Includes:

  • Brucella Antibodies (IgG, IgM), Serum
  • Salmonella Antibodies, EIA
  • Weil-Felix Test, DA
Methodology Direct Agglutination, EIA (Enzyme Immunoassay) and ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay)
Reference Range By report
Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum
(minimum 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature Room temperature
Results Available 1 to 4 days
CPT Code 86000 x 3; 86768 x 5; 86622 x 2
 
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2060
Febrile Antibodies Panel print

This unit code has been inactivated.

Please see unit code 4005.
 
51060
Fecal Fat Determination print

Pathological increase in stool fat is referred to as steatorrhea. Patients with steatorrhea of pancreatic origin are likely to show greater increases in neutral fat, while those with enterogenious steatorrhea (impaired intestinal absorption) are likely to show greater increases in total fats.

This test is approved for New York patient testing.
Methodology Microscopy
Reference Range Negative
Preferred Specimen Stool in screw cap vial.
Do not submit 24 hour stool.
Transport Temperature FROZEN
Results Available 2 to 4 days
CPT Code 82705
 
-87
Fifth Disease (See Parvovirus) print

 
40495
Filaria IgG4 Antibody, ELISA print

This assay was developed for the detection of IgG4 subclass antibody to enhance specificity without sacrifice of sensitivity. Antigens of Dirofilaria immitis are employed that serologically crossreact with all filarial species, including W. bancrofti, B. malayi and O. volvulus. Chronic elephantiasis may not result in a significant IgG4 antibody response and cannot be ruled out by this test.

This test is available for New York patient testing.
Methodology ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay)
Reference Range <1.00
Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum
(minimum 0.075 mL)
Transport Temperature 2-8° C
Results Available 1 to 8 days
CPT Code 86682
 
-90
Foscarnet, Susceptibility Testing (See Antiviral Susceptibility, Foscarnet) print

 
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40995
Francisella tularensis Antibody, DA print

Tularemia antibody titers >=1:20 are of diagnostic significance. However, titers in this range may also indicate previous infection. Antibody begins to appear 2-3 weeks post-onset and generally peaks at approximately 5 weeks into the disease. Based on this antibody production pattern, a second specimen will usually demonstrate a diagnostic four fold rise in titer for patients with active disease.

This test is approved for New York patient testing.
Methodology Direct Agglutination
Reference Range <1:20
Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum
(minimum 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature 2-8° C
Results Available 1 to 4 days
CPT Code 86000
 
20646
Free Kappa and Lambda Light Chains, NEPH (Serum) print

The Freelight™ assay system detects and quantitates free immunoglobulin light chains, without interference by whole immunoglobulin molecules. Published studies have shown that serum free light chain detection is more sensitive than urinary assays for identifying multiple myeloma and related B-lineage tumors. Essentially all patients with Bence Jones myeloma exhibit increased serum concentrations of the relevant free light chain and normal concentrations of the alternate free light chain. Further, most patients with nonsecretory multiple myeloma exhibit increased serum concentrations of either kappa or lambda free light chains. Increased serum concentrations of both free light chain types, with a normal ratio, may be found in systemic lupus erythematosus patients, insulin-dependent diabetes patients, and healthy individuals over 75 years old.

This test is approved for New York patient testing.
Methodology Nephelometry
Reference Range Free Kappa chains: 3.30-19.40 mg/L
Free Lambda chains: 5.71-26.30 mg/L
Free Kappa/Lambda Ratio: 0.26 - 1.65 mg/L
Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum
(minimum 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature 2-8° C
Results Available 1 to 8 days
CPT Code 83883 x 2
 
20446
Free Kappa Light Chains, NEPH (Serum) print

The Freelight™ assay system detects and quantitates free kappa light chains, without interference by whole immunoglobulin molecules. This assay should only be used to monitor patients previously shown to exhibit an increased serum free kappa chain concentration.

This test is approved for New York patient testing.
Methodology Nephelometry
Reference Range 3.30 - 19.40 mg/L
Preferred Specimen 0.5 mL serum
(minimum 0.3 mL)
Transport Temperature 2-8° C
Results Available 1 to 8 days
CPT Code 83883
 
20546
Free Lambda Light Chains, NEPH (Serum) print

The Freelight™ assay system detects and quantitates free lambda light chains, without interference by whole immunoglobulin molecules. This assay should only be used to monitor patients previously shown to exhibit an increased serum free lambda chain concentration.

This test is approved for New York patient testing.
Methodology Nephelometry
Reference Range 5.71 - 26.30 mg/L
Preferred Specimen 0.5 mL serum
(minimum 0.3 mL)
Transport Temperature 2-8° C
Results Available 1 to 8 days
CPT Code 83883
 
-92
FTA-ABS (See Treponema pallidum) print

 
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4097
Fungal Panel 2, ID AND CF print

See individual assay for description.

Panel Includes:
  • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, Serum
  • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
  • Coccidioides Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
  • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
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    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation) and ID (immunodiffusion)
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL serum
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606 x 3; 86612; 86635; 86698 x 2
     
    4098
    Fungal Panel 3, ID print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Candida Antibody, Immunodiffusion
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    Methodology ID (Immunodiffusion)
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL serum
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606 x 3; 86612; 86628; 86635; 86698
     
    51605
    Fungal Culture print

    This unit code has been inactivated.

    Please see unit code 51609, 51600, 51603.
     
    51670
    Fungal Identification print

    A combination of observation of colonial and microscopic morphology, assimilation reactions, biochemical reactions, and other standard mycological tests is utilized. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If it is apparent that the specimen might be a dimorphic fungus, we will perform the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500 Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500 Coccidiotes immitis, 58500 Histoplasma capsulatum) for an additional charge for each specific test.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Biochemical and Microscopic
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen Pure culture safely contained.
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 7 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87106 or 87107
     
    51608
    Fungal Culture, Environmental print

    Water, soil, or other environmental samples are cultured using appropriate growth media for the isolation of fungal species. Cultures are performed by standard reference microbiological procedure. Identification of the predominant two organisms are provided, and a charge will be added for each additional identification. If it is apparent that the specimen might be a dimorphic fungus, we will perform the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500 Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500 Coccidiotes immitis, 58500 Histoplasma capsulatum) for an additional charge for each specific test.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Culture
    Reference Range No fungi isolated
    Preferred Specimen Water, soil,
    or other environmental samples
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 28 to 35 days
    CPT Code Not applicable
     
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    51673
    Fungal Identification, Environmental print

    A combination of observation of colonial and microscopic morphology, assimilation and biochemical reactions, and other standard mycological tests is utilized to identify fungal isolates recovered from environmental sources. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If it is apparent that the specimen might be a dimorphic fungus, we will perform the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500 Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500 Coccidiotes immitis, 58500 Histoplasma capsulatum) for an additional charge for each specific test.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Biochemical and Microscopic
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen Pure culture safely contained.
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 7 to 35 days
    CPT Code Not applicable
     
    51609
    Fungal Culture, CSF - NEW! print

    This culture is to detect the presence of fungi, most notably Cryptococcus sp., in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) specimens. For other specimen types including body fluids, tissue, respiratory, and others order Unit Code 51603 or for skin, hair, or nails, order Unit Code 51600. If India ink is also requested, please order Unit Code 5167. Whole blood is not acceptable.
    Cultures are held 4 weeks and the test includes identification of the predominant organism or pathogen. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If the isolate appears to be a dimorphic mould, the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500-Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500-Coccidioides immitis, and 58500-Histoplasma capsulatum) will be performed for an additional charge for each specific probe assay.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Culture
    Reference Range None Isolated
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL CSF
    (minimum 0.5 mL)
    Transport Temperature Room Temperature
    Results Available 28 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87102
     
    5163
    Fungal Culture and Fungal Smear, KOH, Skin, Hair or Nails - NEW! print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Fungal Culture, Skin, Hair or Nails
    • Fungal Smear, Skin, Hair, or Nails, KOH Preparation, LM

    This culture is to detect yeast or dermatophytic fungi in skin, hair, or nails. For other specimen types including body fluids, tissue, respiratory and other sample types, please order Unit Code 51603 or 5164 (Culture with KOH). For CSF order Unit Code 51609 or 5167 (Culture with India ink).
    Cultures are held 4 weeks and the test includes identification of the predominant organism or pathogen. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If the isolate appears to be a dimorphic mould, the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500-Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500-Coccidioides immitis, and 58500-Histoplasma capsulatum) will be performed for an additional charge for each specific probe assay.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Microscopic
    Reference Range Culture: None Isolated
    Smear: No yeast or fungi seen
    Preferred Specimen 3-5 pieces
    (scrapings) skin, hair, or nails
    (minimum 2 pieces)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 28 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87101, 87220
     
    5164
    Fungal Culture and Fungal Smear, KOH, Other than Skin, Hair or Nails - NEW! print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Fungal Culture, Other than Skin, Hair or Nails
    • Fungal Smear, Other than Skin, Hair, or Nails, KOH Preparation, LM

    This culture is to detect yeast or moulds in a variety of specimen types other than skin, hair or nails. Specimens may include body fluids, tissue, respiratory, and other sample types. Whole blood and CSF are not acceptable. For culture of skin, hair, or nails please order Unit Code 51600 or 5163 (Culture with KOH). For CSF order Unit Code 51609 or 5167 (Culture with India ink).
    Cultures are held 4 weeks and the test includes identification of the predominant organism or pathogen. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If the isolate appears to be a dimorphic mould, the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500-Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500-Coccidioides immitis, and 58500-Histoplasma capsulatum) will be performed for an additional charge for each specific probe assay.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Microscopic
    Reference Range Culture: None Isolated
    Smear: No yeast or fungi seen
    Preferred Specimen Tissue biopsy,
    2 mL sputum or other fluids
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature Refrigerated (2-8° C)
    Results Available 28 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87102, 87210
     
    5160
    Fungal Culture and Fungal Smear, KOH Preparation, LM print

    This unit code has been inactivated.

    Please see unit code 5163, 5164.
     
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    51603
    Fungal Culture, Other than Skin, Hair or Nails - NEW! print

    This culture is to detect yeast or moulds in a variety of specimen types other than skin, hair or nails. Specimens may include body fluids, tissue, respiratory, and other sample types. If KOH is also requested, please order Unit Code 51677. Whole blood and CSF are not acceptable. For CSF culture, order Unit Code 51609 or 5167 (Culture with India ink). For culture of skin, hair, or nails please refer to Unit Code 51600 or 5163 (Culture with KOH).
    Cultures are held 4 weeks and the test includes identification of the predominant organism or pathogen. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If the isolate appears to be a dimorphic mould, the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500-Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500-Coccidioides immitis, and 58500-Histoplasma capsulatum) will be performed for an additional charge for each specific probe assay.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Microscopic
    Reference Range None Isolated
    Preferred Specimen Tissue biopsy,
    2 mL sputum or other fluids
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Blood or CSF are unacceptable
    Transport Temperature Refrigerated (2-8° C)
    Results Available 28 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87102
     
    51075
    Fungal Smear, India Ink Preparation, LM print

    The India Ink preparation is used for the direct microscopic examination of encapsulated microorganisms, most especially the polysaccharide capsule of Cryptococcus neoformans.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Light Microscopy
    Reference Range No encapsulated yeast seen
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL CSF
    (minimum 0.5 mL)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 1 to 3 days
    CPT Code 87210
     
    5167
    Fungal Culture and Fungal Smear, India Ink Preparation, LM (CSF) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:
     
  • Fungal Culture, CSF
  • Fungal Smear, India Ink Preparation, LM

    • This culture is to detect the presence of fungi, most notably Cryptococcus sp., in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) specimens with rapid presumptive detection by an India ink preparation. For other specimen types including body fluids, tissue, respiratory, and others order Unit Code 5164 or for skin, hair, or nails, order Unit Code 5163. Whole blood is not acceptable.
    Cultures are held 4 weeks and the test includes identification of the predominant organism or pathogen. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If the isolate appears to be a dimorphic mould, the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500-Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500-Coccidioides immitis, and 58500-Histoplasma capsulatum) will be performed for an additional charge for each specific probe assay.
    Methodology Light Microscopy
    Reference Range Culture: None isolated
    Smear: No encapsulated yeast seen
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL CSF
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 1 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87101; 87102; 87103; 87210
     
    51600
    Fungal Culture, Skin, Hair or Nails - NEW! print

    This culture is to detect yeast or dermatophytic fungi in skin, hair, or nails. If KOH is also requested, please order Unit Code 5163. For other specimen types including body fluids, tissue, respiratory and other sample types, please order Unit Code 51603 or for CSF order 51609.
    Cultures are held 4 weeks and the test includes identification of the predominant organism or pathogen. A charge will be added for each additional identification. If the isolate appears to be a dimorphic mould, the appropriate DNA probe assays (56500-Blastomyces dermatitidis, 57500-Coccidioides immitis, and 58500-Histoplasma capsulatum) will be performed for an additional charge for each specific probe assay.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Microscopic
    Reference Range None Isolated
    Preferred Specimen 3-5 pieces
    (sprapings) skin, hair, or nails
    (minimum 2 pieces)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 28 to 35 days
    CPT Code 87101
     
    2004
    Fungal Disease Antibody Panel, CF (Serum) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation)
    Reference Range <1:8
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL serum
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606; 86612; 86698 x 2
     
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    6004
    Fungal Disease Antibody Panel, CF (CSF) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF

    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation)
    Reference Range <1:1
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL CSF
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606; 86612; 86698 x 2
     
    2000
    Fungal Disease Panel (Serum) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Complement Firxation, Serum
    • Cryptococcus Antigen Detection, LA Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation), ID (Immunodiffusion), and Latex Agglutination
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen 3 mL serum
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 1 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86403; 86606 x 3; 86612; 86635; 86698 x 2
     
    51677
    Fungal Smear, Other than Skin, Hair, or Nails, KOH Preparation, LM - NEW! print

    This smear is to detect yeast or fungal elements in specimens other than skin, hair or nails including specimens such as tissue, thick body fluids, respiratory and other sample types. For skin, hair or nails, please order Unit Code 51676. For CSF order India ink Unit Code 51075.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Microscopic
    Reference Range No yeast or fungi seen
    Preferred Specimen Tissue biopsy,
    2 mL sputum or other fluids
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature Refrigerated (2-8° C)
    Results Available 1 to 3 days
    CPT Code 87210
     
    6001
    Fungal Disease Panel (CSF) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, CSF
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, CSF
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Cryptococcus Antigen Detection, LA
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF

    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation), ID (Immunodiffusion), and Latex Agglutination
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL CSF
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 1 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86403; 86606 x 3; 86612; 86635; 86698 x 2
     
    2001
    Fungal Disease Serology Panel, CF print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation)
    Reference Range <1:8
    Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum
    (minimum 0.5 mL)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606; 86612; 86635; 86698 x 2
     
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    6101
    Fungal Disease Serology Panel, CF (CSF) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation)
    Reference Range <1:1
    Preferred Specimen 1 mL CSF
    (minimum 0.5 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606; 86612; 86635; 86698 x 2
     
    2430
    Fungal Disease Antibody Panel, Expanded, CF & ID (Serum) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum

    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation) and ID (immunodiffusion)
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen 3 mL serum
    (minimum 1.5 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606 x 4; 86612 x 2; 86635 x 2; 86698 x 3
     
    51676
    Fungal Smear, Skin, Hair, or Nails, KOH Preparation, LM - NEW! print

    This smear is to detect yeast or fungal elements in skin, hair or nails. For specimen types other than skin, hair or nails, including specimens such as tissue, thick body fluids, respiratory and other sample types, please order Unit Code 51676.
    For CSF, please refer to Fungal smear, India Ink Preparation, Unit Code 51075. Whole blood is not acceptable for KOH

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Microscopic
    Reference Range No yeast or fungi seen
    Preferred Specimen 3-5 pieces
    (sprapings) skin, hair, or nails
    (minimum 2 pieces)
    Transport Temperature Room temperature
    Results Available 1 to 3 days
    CPT Code 87220
     
    6430
    Fungal Disease Antibody Panel, Expanded, CF & ID (CSF) print

    See individual assay for description.

    Mbr Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, CSF
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, CSF
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Immunodiffusion, CSF
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Complement Fixation, CSF
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Immunodiffusion, CSF

    Methodology CF (Complement Fixation) and ID (immunodiffusion)
    Reference Range By report
    Preferred Specimen 3 mL CSF
    (minimum 1.5 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606 x 4; 86612 x 2; 86635 x 2; 86698 x 3
     
    2002
    Fungal Panel 1, ID print

    See individual assay for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Blastomyces Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Coccidioides Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    • Histoplasma Antibody, Immunodiffusion, Serum
    Methodology ID (Immunodiffusion)
    Reference Range Negative
    Preferred Specimen 2 mL serum
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 2 to 5 days
    CPT Code 86606 x 3; 86612; 86635; 86698
     
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    -93
    Fungal Serum Level (See Antifungal Level) print

     
    4588
    Fungal-Specific Antibody Panel print

    See individual assays for description.

    Panel Includes:

    • Aspergillus fumigatus IgG Antibody, ELISA†
    • Blastomyces dermatitidis IgG Antibody, ELISA†
    • Coccidioides Total Antibody, ELISA†
    • Histoplasma Total Antibody, ELISA (Serum)

    The four assays utilized in the panel are highly sensitive and highly specific for antibodies recognizing the indicated fungi. Crossreactivities that often characterize complement fixation tests for fungal antibodies are rarely observed in this panel. Samples exhibiting equivocal or positive results for a given fungus are further tested by immunodiffusion to confirm that the detected antibodies are specific for that fungus.

    †This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Focus Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. Performance characteristics refer to the analytical performance of the test.
    Methodology ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay)
    Reference Range <0.90
    Preferred Specimen 1.5 mL serum
    (minimum 1 mL)
    Transport Temperature 2-8° C
    Results Available 1 to 13 days
    CPT Code 86606†; 86612†; 86635†; 86698
     
    -94
    Fungal Susceptibility Testing, MIC (See Antifungal Susceptibility). print

     
    55310
    Fungitell® (1-3)-ß-D-Glucan Assay print

    The Fungitell® assay detects (1-3)-ß-D-glucan levels in serum as an aid for presumptive diagnosis of invasive fungal infection and should only be used in conjunction with other diagnostic procedures. Elevated or rising levels of (1-3)-ß-D-glucan provide a potential marker for invasive fungal infections, therefore, multiple testing over time might be indicated. This assay may not detect certain fungal species that do not produce or produce low levels of (1-3)-ß-D-glucan including: Cryptococcus, Absidia, Mucor, Rhizopus, and the yeast phase of Blastomyces dermatitidis.

    Fungitell® is a registered trademark of Associates of Cape Cod, Inc.

    This test is approved for New York patient testing.
    Methodology Protease zymogen-based colorimetric
    Reference Range <60 pg/mL
    Preferred Specimen 1 mL serum poured off into a cryogenic vial (i.e., DNAse, RNAse, pyrogen free). Glass tubes are unacceptable. Draw blood in plain red-top tube or SST, then pour off into a cryogenic vial.
    Transport Temperature Refrigerated (2-8° C)
    Results Available 3 to 5 days
    CPT Code 84311
     
    		 
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