Farmer's lung (thermophilic actinomycetes, Saccharopolyspora rectivirgula)
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 4ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top,
Turnaround Time: 4-12 days |
These tests detect the presence of IgG antibodies to the thermophilic actinomycetes
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Bristol