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HelpTest Code CBL Blastomyces Antibody Immunodiffusion, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial number 2 (preferred), 3, or 4.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Useful For
Detection of antibodies in spinal fluid specimens from patients with blastomycosis
Reporting Name
Blastomyces Ab Immunodiffusion, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3 to 5 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86612
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CBL | Blastomyces Ab Immunodiffusion, CSF | 51741-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 15134 | Blastomyces Immunodiffusion (CSF) | 51741-7 |