At the end of last year, testing for Beta-D-Glucan (BDG) was brought in-house. The median turnaround time using the new in-house assay is around two days, which facilitates a greater impact on antifungal stewardship when the result is negative.
Complement (CH50)
Category | Immunology and PRU |
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Reporting frequency | Weekly |
Additional information
Possible clinical associations – Immunodeficiency and infection. Used to exclude deficiencies of the classical complement cascade.
Reference range: 63-145%
Samples must be promptly separated and stored frozen. Samples for this test should be transported between laboratories on dry ice.
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