Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
2 mL
Specimen Transport
Sent 1st class post overnight to referral laboratory
Sample Processing in Laboratory
Sample Preparation
Turnaround Time
14 DaysSample Stability
Actinomycetes/Humidifier
General Information
Precipitating IgG antibodies to fungal antigens may be associated with hypersensitivity pneumonitis, presence of the antibody is not diagnostic but can be a marker of exposure and should be interpreted in light of the clinical findings.
Patient Preparation
Notes
Reference Range
Negative
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: No
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EQA Status:
No EQA scheme available