Ordering Guidance

For serum specimens, order ASPAG / Aspergillus (Galactomannan) Antigen, Serum.

Specimen Required

Container/Tube: Sterile, leak-proof container

Note: Specimen trap collection containers (with suction catheters attached) will be rejected due to high-risk of leakage and contamination upon opening. Avoid use of these for bronchoalveolar lavage specimens.

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Additional Information:

1. If specimen transfer into an acceptable sterile container is necessary, perform specimen transfer in a biosafety cabinet.

2. For staff safety, the following double bagging of samples must be followed:

-a. Place closed specimen container in an individual, sealed 4 x 6 Biohazard Bag (T877).

-b. Place Biohazard bag in a Refrigerate Specimen Bag (T229).

-c. Multiple sealed Biohazard bags can go into a single transfer bag.