Test Overview
Test Methodology
Immunodiffusion
Test Usage
Establish presence of antibody to Blastomyces.
Reference Range *
Negative.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Friday
Analytic Time
2 - 5 days
Soft Order Code
MBLAS
Synonyms
- Fungal Antibody, Blastomyces
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo SBL (serum), Mayo CBL (CSF)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in a red top or SST tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate. CSF is also acceptable.
Normal Volume
1 mL serum or CSF
Minimum Volume
0.8 mL serum or CSF
Additional Information
Test sent to Mayo Clinic Laboratories.
Billing
CPT Code
86612
Fee Code
20268
NY State Approved
No