Aspergillus antibodies (Precipitins)

Test information: Detection of Aspergillus antibodies (precipitins) is appropriate for the diagnosis of aspergillosis in immunocompetent patient's (e.g. allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, aspergilloma, chronic necrotising aspergillosis, aspergillus sinusitis).

Availability: Referred to Severn Pathology North Bristol NHS Trust: Monday - Friday during routine hours: 08:45 - 17:15.

Turnaround Time: 10 Day upon receipt at Severn Pathology North Bristol NHS Trust

Specimen Type(s)

• Clotted blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Plain Top Sarstedt;

Analytes

• Aspergillus antibodies (Precipitins);

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

5-10mL

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

• Minimum-clotting time 30 minutes.
• Specimens should be transported to the laboratory as soon as possible.
• Outside of normal hours samples should be refrigerated (2 °C to 8 °C).

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Antibodies to Aspergillus: Negative / Positive.
Comment: Antibodies to Aspergillus are now detected using a single combined antigen mixture.

UKAS number

8043

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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