Fungitell Beta-D-Glucan w/Rfx to Titr-VRCR ()
Department: Reference
Test Synonym(s): Lab6592, Fungitell Beta-D-Glucan with Reflex to Titer, Viracor Test Code 351710, (1,3) Beta-D-Glucan w/Rfx to Titr
Special Instructions: Collect 3-5 mL whole blood in a gel separator tube (SST).
Centrifuge specimen within 2 hours of draw to pellet cells below the gel.
Minimum volume of 0.5 mL serum for adults and 0.2 mL for infant (see assay limitations) and pediatric samples following centrifugation.
Specimens may be stored at ambient (15-25 C), refrigerated (2-8 C) or frozen in a pour-off tube (-15 to -25 C) for up to 30 days.
Ship samples at ambient or refrigerated temperature Monday through Friday.
The serum can be decanted into a suitable container that is free of interfering levels of (1-3)-B-D-glucan; however, the use of pour-off tubes is not recommended due to the potential for environmental contamination of the sample that can lead to false positive results. Serum samples which are transferred to sterile, leak-proof containers should be handled in a sterile cabinet. Interpret results from samples provided in pour-off tubes with caution.
This test is sent to a reference lab. [
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