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HelpTest ID FASP Aspergillus Antibodies, Immunodiffusion, Serum
Method Name
Immunodiffusion (ID)
Reporting Name
Aspergillus Antibodies, SerumSpecimen Type
SerumDraw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube is acceptable. Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Aspergillus flavus Ab
Aspergillus niger Ab
Aspergillus fumigatus Ab
Reference Range: Negative
Interpretive Criteria:
Negative: Antibody not detected
Positive: Antibody detected
A positive result is represented by 1 or more precipitin bands, and may indicate fungus ball, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABA) or invasive aspergillosis. Generally, the appearance of 3 – 4 bands indicates either fungus ball or ABA.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 - 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Focus Diagnositics, Inc.CPT Code Information
86606 x 3