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