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HelpTest Code STREPU Streptococcus Pneumoniae Antigen, Urine
Additional Codes
LAB2423
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Collection Method
Urine in a sterile container
Container
Sterile Cup
Specimen Type
Urine
Minimum Volume
2ml
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated (2°C to 8°C) | 7 days |
| Frozen (-20°C to -10°C) | 7 Days |
Reference or Target Ranges
Negative
Reportable Units
Positive/Negative
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, grossly bloody urine, urine received in an additive (no tiger top urine containers), improperly labeled, improper container. |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
STAT: Within 1 hour of arrival in lab Routine: Within 4 hours of arrival in lab |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Serology |
| Methodology/Method Description | BINAXNOW STREPTOCOCCUS PNEUMONIAE ANTIGEN CARD |
CPT Codes
87899
Last review/edit date
2025