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HelpTest Code SFUNG 1,3-Beta-D-Glucan (Fungitell), Serum
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Serum gel (red top tube is not acceptable)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Avoid exposure of specimen to atmosphere to prevent environmental contamination of the sample.
2. Centrifuge and send entire specimen in original collection tube. Do not aliquot or open tube.
Specimen Type
Serum SSTSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum SST | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | SERUM GEL TUBE |
| Frozen | 30 days | SERUM GEL TUBE |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Finger/heel sticks | Reject |
Reference Values
Fungitell quantitative value:
<60 pg/mL
Fungitell qualitative result:
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
Report Available
1 to 2 daysSpecimen Retention Time
2 weeksPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87449