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.
ISAC
Category | Immunology and PRU |
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Reporting frequency | 11 days |
Additional information
This test is sent away to another laboratory. All referral work has an additional four working days added to the turnaround time to allow for sample processing and reporting. This is included in the indicated turnaround time.
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