ASP FUM DID
Aspergillus Antibody, Quantitative, DID (Double Immunodiffusion)
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3530
Synonyms:
Aspergillus fumigatus precipitan (gel diffusion)
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
- Refrigerated - 14 days
- Frozen - 14 days (Freeze/Thaw cycle: stable x2)
Unacceptable Condition:
Specimens that are hemolyzed, lipemic or have gross bacterial
contamination will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
86606x3 - Aspergillus Ab DID (EAP 30040478)
Method:
Double immunodiffusion (DID)
Notes:
This test is to confirm the presence of precipitating antibodies to Aspergillus.