If you require Aspergillus antigen testing on an immunocompetent patient, please discuss with the Microbiology medical staff.
Sample type
Aspergillus antigen - bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)
Aspergillus culture - swab, fluids and tissues
Specimen requirements
N/A
Minimum volume
0.5ml
Frequency of test
Daily
Turnaround time
Aspergillus antigen test - 2 days
Aspergillus culture - 18 days
What to request on EPR
Culture: fungal MCS; on BAL: Aspergillus antigen
