CRYPTOCOCCUS NEOFORMANS DNA DETECTOR,SPUTUM

This PCR-based test detects the DNA of Cryptococcus neoformans in sputum samples. It helps diagnose cryptococcal lung infections, particularly in immunocompromised patients. It is crucial for early detection and treatment of fungal infections.

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

1 parameters

Earliest reports in

Next Day

Test details

CRYPTOCOCCUS NEOFORMANS DNA DETECTOR,SPUTUM Test in New Delhi Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
CRYPTOCOCCUS NEOFORMANS DNA DETECTOR,SPUTUM includes 1 parameter

  • Cryptococcus Neoformans Dna Detection
Frequently Asked Questions

This test detects Cryptococcus neoformans DNA using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to diagnose cryptococcal infections, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.

Patients with HIV/AIDS, organ transplant recipients, or individuals with prolonged fever and neurological symptoms should undergo this test.

A cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or blood sample is analyzed using PCR to identify Cryptococcus neoformans DNA.

Positive results confirm cryptococcal infection, requiring immediate antifungal treatment.

Antifungal therapy with amphotericin B and fluconazole should be initiated, and patient monitoring should be conducted closely.

Test code

9188

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SputumPlain Sterile Vaccutainer 1 ML

Specimen stability information

Sputum

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday TIME - 10:00

Turn around time

Next Day

Performing locations

Department

  • Molecular Biology

CPT and Loinc codes

CRYPTOCOCCUS NEOFORMANS DNA DETECTOR,SPUTUM

7750