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 Recent changes for Aspergillus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for Aspergillus PCR (Sendaway Test)
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12th February 2024
Collection & Request Instructions

Department head authorisation required.

Only performed on immunocompromised patients.

 

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    As at July 2023, this fee is $110.

Department head authorisation required.

Only performed on immunocompromised patients.

 

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsibleAs at July 2023, this fefor the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.  

7th February 2024
MBS rebatable

Yes

No

Collection & Request Instructions

Department head authorisation required.

Only performed on immunocompromised patients.

Department head authorisation required.

Only performed on immunocompromised patients.

 

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    As at July 2023, this fee is $110.

Aspergillus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:ASG
Registration Instructions:

Sputum specimens are not suitable for testing. Please consult microbiologist.

Specimen Types:Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Bronchial Washings
Container Types:
CSF Tube 1
Plain 70mL pot
CSF Tube 1
Collection & Request Instructions:

Department head authorisation required.

Only performed on immunocompromised patients.

 

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsibleAs at July 2023, this fefor the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.  

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Store at 4'C
Assay Frequency:Fortnightly
External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.
External Transport Instructions:Send at 4'C with Ice Pack