Also known as: Aspergillus IgG
Used for the investigation of patients with suspected Farmer's Lung or aspergillosis characterised by IgG antibodies to Aspergillus fumigatus and Micropolyspora faeini.
Samples for Candida can be saved for baseline studies and can be arranged to be sent to Sheffield for analysis.
Specimen requirements
Serum 1ml
Cost
Price on application
Laboratory turnaround time
14 days
Laboratory method
Indirect Immunofluorescence
Reference range/units
Reported as Positive or Negative
Associated tests
Not applicable
Sample stability
2 months at 2-8ºC
Shipping and storage
UK and Ireland
Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.
International
Ambient temperature if courier will deliver within 72 hours otherwise consider refrigerated transport. Freezing is not a requirement.
Ensure delivery Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30.
Further information and contact details
For further information, email immunologylab.enquiries@ouh.nhs.uk
