Collection Requirements
Lung Tissue, BAL, broncial washings, Tracheal Aspirate. Note: Sputum is not preferred
Tube Colour
Yellow top universal
Requires own tube?
No
Department
MicrobiologyAvailability
2 weeks
Reference Laboratory
Westmead Hospital, NSW
Fee
NOT Medicare rebatable (AUD $45)
Test code: PANFP
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