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Cryptococcal Meningitis : Tests

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Tests List

Tests could include:
  • Cryptococcal Antigen Assay Test

Tests Overview Articles

Meningitis - cryptococcal
In order to diagnose cryptococcal meningitis, a lumbar puncture(spinal tap) must be performed. This test involves taking a sample of fluid from the spinal column(called cerebrospinal fluid or CSF).
Source:ADAM
Date:September 28, 2008

Specific Tests Articles

Physical examination
During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
Source:ADAM
Date:February 23, 2009
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
Cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) analysis is a laboratory test to examine a sample of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is a clear, watery liquid that protects the central nervous system from injury and cushions it from the surro...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
Cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) analysis is a set of laboratory tests that examine a sample of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is an ultrafiltrate of plasma.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
Cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) analysis is a set of laboratory tests that examine a sample of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is an ultrafiltrate of plasma.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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