Cryptococcus antigen
Which test do we use?
Lateral Flow Assay
Sampling instructions
Serum of lumbar fluid
Storage conditions
The serum can be sent at room temperature, but the duration of transportation must be reduced as much as possible (avoid weekends or holidays).
Important advice
When clearly indicated on the request form, this test can be performed urgently. In this case the result is known the same day.
Frequence
2x / week
Reference values
negative
Delivery time of the result
On average: 2 days
Accredited
Yes
ISO 15189 – Belac 147-MED
RIZIV-code
551832 / 551843
Loinc-code
11473-6
Laatste wijziging op: 13/01/2023