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.
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
NY State Approved
No