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A kit which employs FITC- or enzyme-labeled monoclonal antibodies for use in a DFA or EIA procedure is available for detection of whole parasites in fluids. A latex agglutination test for antigen detection in vaginal swab specimens is available; the manufacturer's evaluation indicated good sensitivity and specificity.
Multiple different detection systems have been detected often abbreviated as CRAG (CRyptococcal AntiGen test). The most widely used has been the latex agglutination test in which serum or CSF can be tested. Several companies make CRAG tests including Meridian Diagnostics, International Biological Labs, MicroScan, Eiken, Murex Biotech and (Immy).