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Histoplasma capsulatum Antibody Immunodiffusion
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | HSTO |
| Test group | Histoplasma |
| Performed by | Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Collection Instructions | Sera should be screened by ID. Draw before doing fungal skin tests. |
| Container type | Gold top |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL serum |
| Min. Volume | 0.2 mL serum |
| Processing notes | Refrigerate. Order Quest # 52183P |
| Normal range | Negative |
| Synonyms | H. capsulatum |
| Turn around times | Test performed Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Turnaround time: 4-6 days. |
| Additional information | Preferred initial screening test. ID testing detects both H and M bands. The H band is generally found in association with the M band, is unaffected by skin testing, and is consistently seen in patients with active histoplasmosis; the M band is often seen alone, is affected by skin testing, and may be found in either acute or chronic infection. Testing by Complement Fixation is suggesed on all positives. |
| LOINC code | 5218-3 |
| Last Updated | 10/2/2010 11:52:04 AM |
| Entry Number | 504 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667