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Additional Codes
| Test | MCRYS | MCRYC |
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB3053154 | LAB3053155 |
|---|---|---|
| NBS code | - | LBC13172 |
| Service code | 23134 | 23134 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following
| Preferred: | ||
| Red Top Tube | Gold top SST | White sterile container |
Specimen Type: Serum
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold Top (SSTII) / Red Top
Volume: 6.0 mL, 0.5 mL / 5.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Specimen Type: CSF
Container/Tube: Sterile, screw-capped container
Volume: 1.0 - 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability and Condition
| Specimen Type | CSF / Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Send samples to the laboratory immediately |
| Refrigerate | 72 hours |
| Frozen | Do not repeatedly freeze and thaw sample more than twice |
Methodology
Lateral flow immunochromatographic assay
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
Titre < 1
Critical Values: Clinician will be informed of positive result.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Diagnosis of Cryptococcal infection and Cryptococcal meningitis
Update
Last updated 01/09/2026
LOINC Code Information
| MCRYC | 32674-4 |
|---|---|
| MCRYS | 40768-4 |