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Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

GALABAL

Specimen Types:

Bronchoalveolar Lavage

Container Types:

Plain 70mL pot

Adults Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

This test is only performed on immunosuppressed patients.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Check Fungal culture result PRIOR to sending.

DO NOT send if Aspergillus isolated.

Assay Frequency:

Fortnightly

External Laboratory: