Histoplasma and Blastomyces Antigen, Enzyme Immunoassay, Urine, Mayo, RefLab
Alternate Names
Blastomyces dermatitidis urine antigen, Histoplasma capsulatum antigen
SoftLab Order Code
UHBAG
Epic Order Name
Histoplasma and Blastomyces Antigen, Enzyme Immunoassay, Urine, Mayo, RefLab
Epic Order ID
LAB4218
Tests Included
This test detects Histoplasma and Blastomyces antigen in urine, without differentiation between the 2 fungal pathogens.
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Sample Type
Urine
Collection Container
Sterile container
Alternative Collection Container
Clear urine tube
Collecting Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
2.5 mL
Storage or Stability
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, turbid colored
Patient Preparation
Collect a random urine specimen, with no preservative.
Instructions
Do not centrifuge to remove particulates.