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Candida albicans Antigen Detection
Mannan Test, Candida
Candida albicans Ag Detection
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Test Overview
Latex Agglutination
Detection of Candida albicans cell wall polysaccharide (mannan) in serum is highly suggestive of systemic or disseminated candidiasis.
< 1:2; <1:2 Antigen Not Detected, > or = 1:2 Antigen Detected
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.