Test Code 9619 Paracoccidioidomycosis Study, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Centers for Disease Control
Methodology
Complement Fixation (CF)/Immunodiffusion
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top
Specimen Volume: 2 Full tubes
Specimen Minimum Volume: 5 mL
Forms: Centers for Disease Patient History Form in Special Instructions.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Varies
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: approximately 4 weeks
Test Classification and CPT Coding
Not applicable
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Processing Instructions:
BJH Chemistry will forward to the performing laboratory. Centrifuge specimen. Transfer an aliquot of serum into plastic vial. Send via U.S. Mail (Monday through Thursday only) in round mailers to MO Dept of Health, State Public Health Laboratory, 307 West McCarthy St, Jefferson City, MO 65101.