Beta D Glucan
Description:
Pan-fungal detection assay
Reference range:
Negative <60 pg/ml
Indeterminate 60-79 pg/ml
Positive >80 pg/ml
Synonyms or keywords:
BDG, Fungal Test
Units:
pg/ml
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
Clotted serum (Gold top)
Call in advance:
Only if further information is required
Turnaround time:
36-48 hours
Special sample instructions:
Transport the sample to the laboratory as soon as it is collected
Storage and transport:
Keep at 4C
Contacts:
Infection Sciences Department at King's College Hospital
Results: 020 3299 3567 Medical advice: 020 3299 4360
King's College Hospital
Cheyne Wing - 2nd Floor
Denmark Hill
London SE5 9RS
Cheyne Wing - 2nd Floor
Denmark Hill
London SE5 9RS
Jonathan Youngs
Laboratory:
Last updated: 04/10/2016
