Aspergillus Antigen
| Category | Virology |
|---|---|
| Test background |
Detection of Aspergillus antigen |
| Clinical Indications |
Please give detailed clinical information |
| Reference range | Serum: Negative <0.5 Positive >=0.5
BAL: Negative <1.0 Positive >=1.0 |
| Sample & container required | Serum (rust top), Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) |
| Sample volume | Min 5ml |
| Turnaround time | 10 days |
| Notes | Due to sample stability, please send sample immediately after collection and avoid taking samples on Fridays and weekends. The laboratory is currently unaccredited for this test due to recent change in platform. Test is now performed in house. |