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HelpTEST ID ASPBA Aspergillus Antigen, Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Reporting Name
Aspergillus Ag, BALSpecimen 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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavage | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reject Due To
| Bronchial washing | Reject |
| Thick/viscous/mucoid specimens | Reject |
| Specimen in a non-leak proof container | Reject |
Reference Values
<0.5 Index
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
Report Available
1 to 2 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87305
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis using bronchoalveolar lavage specimens
Assessing response to therapy