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Test Code SPAG Streptococcus pneumoniae Antigen, Urine

Methodology

Immunochromatographic Membrane Assay

Performing Laboratory

Bronson Methodist Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Submit the following specimen:

Specimen source is required.

 

Specimen Type: Urine, random collection

Container/Tube: Sterile plastic
container

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions: No
preservative.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Room Temperature up to 24 hours after collection.

Refrigerated up to 14 days.

 

Reference Values

Negative

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Saturday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87450