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Alternative Names:

Pan Fungal PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

FUP

Specimen Types:

Tissue
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Bronchial Washings
Cerebrospinal Fluid

Container Types:

Plain 70mL pot
CSF Tube 3

Adults Volume or Mass:

1 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Department head authorisation required. (ID consult team exempt).

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Check Fungal culture result PRIOR to sending sample.

DO NOT send if culture positive for filamentous fungi or yeast.

Assay Frequency:

Fortnightly