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Avian Precipitins

Microbiology


Specimen

Blood sample (serum)

Specimen container

Gold top clotted (5ml)

Test Usage

This test is to detect antibodies to Avian antigens such as the serum and droppings of pigeons, budgies, parrots etc. in order to diagnose Bird Fanciers Lung or other forms of pneumonitis caused by inhalation of bird antigens.

Availability

Sent to Reference laboratory

Turnaround Time

10 days

Specimen Labelling Procedure
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9018

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