Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
- BAL
- BAL
1 ml - Serum or >1ml BAL
Turnaround Time
5 days for serum. BAL available on requestSample Stability
Transport and store samples in sealed tubes, unexposed to air.Unopened samples can be stored at 2-8°C for up to 5 days prior to testing.
Aspergillus Antigen (Galactomannan)
General Information
The test for soluble galactomannan antigen in serum is a serological method able to aid in the diagnosis of Invasive Aspergillosis.
Patient Preparation
Please note BAL samples are referred to a reference laboratory, please see their handbook for specimen requirements and patient preparation. UKHSA Mycology Reference Laboratory
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
- EQA Status: Serum-NEQAS. BAL sent to reference lab