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Lab Test Dictionary

Fungitell (1-3)-Beta-D-Glucan, BAL (12348)

Methodology

Protease Zymogen-based Colorimetric Kinetic Assay


Synonyms

(1-3) B-D-Glucan Assay,glucan antigen test

Specimen Type

Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics Chantilly


Epic ID

LAB07952

Lab Test Days

Daily

Standard TAT

1-2 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

0.5-1 mL Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)

Container Type

Sterile Container


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 5 Days; Frozen: 7 Days

Rejection Criteria

Glass tubes: Samples received room temp

Test Volume Required

1 mL Brochoalveolar Lavage (BAL)

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Brochoalveolar Lavage (BAL)


CPT Codes

87449


Revised

11/10/23

Initials

SA