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Test Code LAB5356 ImmuView S. pneumoniae Urinary Antigen Test

Important Note

This test has not been validated to be used with urine samples from children under 8

years.  For collections from patients ≤8 years old, please order:

 

ARUP Labs -0060228 Streptococcus pneumoniae Antigen, Urine SPN AG

Useful For

Streptococcus pneumoniae is the most frequently encountered bacterial agent of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Because of the significant morbidity and mortality associated with pneumococcal pneumonia, septicemia, and meningitis, it is important to have diagnostic test methods available that can provide a rapid diagnosis. In instances where empirical antibiotics are provided for CAP without culture confirmation of Streptococcus pneumoniae, antigen testing may be useful.

Performing Laboratory

Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center (ARRMC)

 

Performing Department

Microbiology

Specimen Required

Urine collected in a sterile container (with or without boric acid preservative)

Specimen Minimum Volume

0.25 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Urine can be stored at room temperature for 24 hours, 1 week refrigerated or frozen for up to 14 days (avoid multiple freeze/thaw circles).

Reject Due To

  • Specimens received exceeding stated stability.
  • Specimens lacking two patient identifiers
    • 1-Patient’s First and Last name
    • 2-Patient’s Date of Birth
  • Specimens received at room temperature >24 hours from collection.

Day(s) Performed

Monday – Sunday, Routine Testing Only

 

Method Name

Lateral Flow Assay

CPT Code Information

87899