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Aspergillus Serology

Brown clotted serum, gel barrier

Test	Aspergillus Serology
Common Abbreviations	NA
Profile	Profile includes total and specific IgE and precipitins
Tube type	Brown clotted serum, gel barrier
Clinical Indication	Investigation of allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis and extrinsic allergic alveolitis.
Specimen Type	Blood
Sample type	Serum
Minimum Volume	2mL
Special Precautions	No special requirements
Stability	Total and specific IgE is analysed in York (further details - see entry for IgE) and precipitins are analysed and the Protein Reference Unit
Turnaround Time	5 days
Laboratory	Protein Reference Unit PO BOX 894 Sheffield S5 7YT 0114 271 5552
Reference Interval	Contact Referral Laboratory
Limitations	Contact Referral Laboratory
Notes

Update for visitors

Visiting restrictions are in place at our hospitals to stop the spread of norovirus. These restrictions will be in place until further notice.

The following wards are closed to visitors:

York Hospital: Ward 29 and Ward 37.

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.