Test Code ASPAG Aspergillus (Galactomannan) Antigen, Serum
Additional Codes
Torrance Memorial Laboratories Test Code: 116484435
Reporting Name
Aspergillus Ag, SUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis
Assessing response to therapy
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen 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
Collection Instructions:
1. Avoid exposure of specimen to atmosphere to prevent sample contamination from environment.
2. Centrifuge and send specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot or open tube.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum SST | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | SERUM GEL TUBE |
Frozen | 14 days | SERUM GEL TUBE |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
<0.5 index
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysCPT Code Information
87305
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
ASPAG | Aspergillus Ag, S | 44357-2 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
84356 | Aspergillus Ag, S | 44357-2 |