1001

Test CODE NAME

1001

Histoplasma spp. Antibodies by Immunodiffusion

Methodology: Qualitative Immunodiffusion
Performed: Sun-Fri
Reported: 3-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST)  - 0.5 ml serum.
Specimen Preparation: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature . Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. 
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. 
Unacceptable Conditions:Body fluids. 
Stability:After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
Note: This test is approved for NY . 
Performing Lab 
ARUP Laboratory
CPT Code(s): 86698