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HelpTest Code FASAB Aspergillus Antibodies, Quantitative, DID
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top or serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge immediately after coagulation (30 minutes) to prevent hemolysis.
2. Aliquot 1 mL of serum into a plastic vial.
3. Send frozen.
Method Name
Double Immunodiffusion (DID)
Reporting Name
Aspergillus Ab, Qn, DIDSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days |
| Ambient | 14 days | |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | Reject |
| Lipemia | Reject |
| Gross bacterial contamination | Reject |
Reference Values
Aspergillus fumigatus
Neg: <1:1
Aspergillus flavus
Neg: <1:1
Aspergillus niger
Neg: <1:1
Performing Laboratory
LabCorp BurlingtonCPT Code Information
86606 x 3
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday