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HelpTest Code LAB2382 Aspergillus Galactomannan, BAL
Clinical System Name
Aspergillus galactomannan, BAL
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Bronchoalveolar Lavage/Bronchial Aspirate
Container(s): Sterile Screw- Capped Container
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Note: Must maintain sterility.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: - 20 C
Storage location: Specimen must remain sterile. Do not remove cap to transfer specimen unnecessarily. If specimen must be split, give to Microbiology to split specimen in a sterile hood. Affix a large Cerner label to sterile screw top container and freeze specimen in the CPA freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site collection: Contact UW Lab Medicine for collection and shipping instructions.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room temp | ||
| Refrigerated | ||
| Frozen |
Performing Laboratory
University of Washington Medical Center
Department of Laboratory Medicine
1959 NE Pacific St, NW220
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone Number: (206) 520-4600
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Synonyms
Galactomannan (Aspergillus), BAL
Aspergillus Galactomannan-BAL
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M, W, and F | 3 - 7 d |
Methodology
Method: None
Analytical Volume: 1.0 mL BAL
Limitations:
Reference Range
| Negative |
CPT Codes
87305
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Aspergillus Galactomannan by EIA, BAL |
| Reference Test Number: | BALASP |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday - Friday with the UW courier. |