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HelpTest ID NBLD0603 Aspergillus Antigen, Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis using bronchoalveolar lavage specimens
Assessing response to therapy
Specimen Type
LavageOrdering Guidance
For serum specimens, order ASPAG / Aspergillus (Galactomannan) Antigen, Serum.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile, leak-proof container
Note: Specimen trap collection containers (with suction catheters attached) will be rejected due to high-risk of leakage and contamination upon opening. Avoid use of these for bronchoalveolar lavage specimens.
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Additional Information: If specimen transfer into an acceptable sterile container is necessary, perform specimen transfer in a biosafety cabinet. Place container in separate sealed plastic bag.
Reject Due To
| Bronchial washing | Reject |
| Thick/viscous/mucoid specimens | Reject |
| Specimen in a non-leak proof container | Reject |
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavage | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
Report Available
1 to 2 daysMethod Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87305
Reporting Name
Aspergillus Ag, BALReference Values
<0.5 Index
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Description |
|---|---|
| 24743 | Aspergillus Ag, BAL |