Test Code ASPBA Aspergillus Antigen, Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Reporting Name
Aspergillus Ag, BALUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of invasive aspergillosis using bronchoalveolar lavage specimens
Assessing response to therapy
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
LavageOrdering Guidance
For serum specimens, order ASPAG / Aspergillus (Galactomannan) Antigen, Serum.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile, leak-proof container
Note: Specimen trap collection containers (with suction catheters attached) will be rejected due to high-risk of leakage and contamination upon opening. Avoid use of these for bronchoalveolar lavage specimens.
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Additional Information: If specimen transfer into an acceptable sterile container is necessary, perform specimen transfer in a biosafety cabinet. Place container in separate sealed plastic bag.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.5 mL
Reject Due To
Bronchial washing | Reject |
Thick/viscous/mucoid specimens | Reject |
Specimen in a non-leak proof container | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Lavage | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
<0.5 Index
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, Sunday
CPT Code Information
87305
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
ASPBA | Aspergillus Ag, BAL | 62467-6 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
61009 | Aspergillus Ag, BAL | 62467-6 |
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Report Available
1 to 2 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.