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Aspergillus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

ASG

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Bronchial Washings

Container Types:

CSF Tube 1
Plain 70mL pot

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

Assay Frequency:

Fortnightly