Aspergillus galactomannan antigen ELISA:
Specimen type
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Aspergillus galactomannan antigen ELISA
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Optimal time of specimen collection |
No specific time, first clinical indication of invasive aspergillosis |
Correct specimen type and method of collection |
Clotted blood, serum, BAL, urine. EDTA blood is not suitable. |
Quantity and number of specimens |
Serum 700ml minimum or 5 ml clotted blood, prospective screening twice weekly |
Laboratory analysis |
Platelia ELISA for Aspergillus galactomannan circulating antigen in serum and other body fluids. Results reported as Negative, Positive (report includes cut-off value). Specificity of the test is improved if two or more consecutive specimens are positive. |
Transport |
As per Microbiology guidelines |
Turnaround time |
1-2 days |
Indicative cost per sample |
£46 |
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