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HelpTest Code ASPAG Aspergillus (Galactomannan) Antigen, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum SSTOrdering Guidance
For bronchoalveolar lavage specimens, order ASPBA / Aspergillus Antigen, Bronchoalveolar Lavage.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Serum gel (red-top tubes are not acceptable)
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Avoid exposure of specimen to atmosphere to prevent sample contamination from environment.
2. Centrifuge and send specimen in original serum gel collection tube. Do not aliquot serum or open tube.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum SST | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | SERUM GEL TUBE |
| Frozen | 14 days | SERUM GEL TUBE |
Reference Values
<0.5 index
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
CPT Code Information
87305
Report Available
1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
2 weeksReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |