Sample type: Broncheolar lavage (BAL) samples

Test name: Aspergillus Antigen a.k.a. Galactomannan

Condition / Indication: Invasive Aspergillosis

Special precautions & notes: Sputum samples inappropriate

Sample required: BAL

Test information required: Patient name, sex and age, Laboratory number

Container: Universal

Ideal volume (mL): 700µL

Discipline: Mycology Reference Laboratory

Turnaround time: Mean 1 day

Method:

BioRad Platelia