Test Overview
Test Methodology
ELISA
Test Usage
Systemic candidiasis is often characterized by markedly elevated levels of Candida-specific antibodies.
Reference Range *
IgA: <1.0; IgG: <1.0; IgM: <1.0.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Limitations
Interpretation of Candida antibody results is complicated by detection of these antibodies in healthy individuals, and blunted antibody responses in immunocompromised patients. Fungus Culture is recommended as a more sensitive and specific test for Candidiasis.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Tues - Saturday
Analytic Time
2 - 10 days
Soft Order Code
CANAB
MiChart Code
Candida Albicans Ab (IgG,IgA,IgM) (Sendout)
Synonyms
- FCAN
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Quest Valencia 30440 (Focus 20125)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in red top or SST tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.
Normal Volume
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.25 mL serum
Additional Information
Test includes IgA, IgG, and IgM antibodies. Test sent to Quest Valencia; performed by Focus Diagnostics.
Billing
CPT Code
86628 x3
Fee Code
32066 x3