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Aspergillus Ag, BAL/Serum

Order Name ASPER BAL/SER
Test Number: 5194351
Revision Date 12/12/2022
Test Name Methodology LOINC Code
Aspergillus Ag, BAL/Serum
Enzyme Immunoassay  
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen Specimen Volume (min) Specimen Type Specimen Container Transport Environment
Preferred 2 mL (0.35 mL) Serum Clot Activator SST Refrigerated
Alternate 1 2 mL (0.35 mL) Serum Clot Activator (Red Top, No-Gel) Refrigerated
Alternate 2 2 mL (0.35 mL) Bronchial lavage/wash Sterile Screwtop Container Refrigerated
Instructions Notes: 0.35 mL (This volume Does NOT allow for repeat testing.)
Specimen Type: Serum: SST gel-barrier tube or Red-top tube; BAL: sterile screw-cap, leak proof container *CAUTION against submitting pour off specimens or specimens* sent in non-sterile containers as this can lead to false positive results.
Specimen Storage: Storage: Serum - Refrigerate unopened for up to five days. Separated serum may be frozen at -70C. BAL - Refrigerate up to 24 hours. Frozen (-20C or colder) for up to 5 months. Refrigerated: Opened for 48 hours Frozen: 14 days
Specimen Collection: Collect specimen using aseptic technique. AVOID opening the specimen after collection to prevent contamination with fungal spores and/or bacteria present in the environment.
Special Instructions: AVOID opening the specimen after collection. Do NOT aliquot (Package insert (PI) specifies transport in sealed tubes). The client must submit the patient's Social Security number for serial monitoring.
Specimen Stability: Ambient: Not stable (stability provided by manufacturer or, Refrigerated : Unopened Serum: 5 days Opened Serum: 48 hours Unop, Frozen: Serum: -70 degrees C = up to 5 months BAL: -20 deg
GENERAL INFORMATION
Expected TAT 1 - 5 days 
Notes Labcorp Test Code: 183805
CPT Code(s) 87305
Service Provided By Labcorp Oklahoma, Inc.
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