Blastomyces Ab, ID
Test Mnemonic
BLSTID
CPT Codes
- 86612 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
5058-3
Includes
- Blastomyces, ID
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Days Performed
Mon, Wed
Turnaround Time
2 - 7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Immunodiffusion (ID) |
Reference Range
Clinical Info
Blastomyces antibody test by Immunodiffusion may be used as an aid in diagnosis of infection with the dimorphic fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis. Blastomyces serology has low overall diagnostic sensitivity especially in localized disease. Immunodiffusion test is more specific but less sensitive than complement fixation test. Clinical and epidemiological correlation is required.