Test Name
(1,3)-BETA-D-GLUCAN (FUNGITELL)
Aliases
(1,3) BETA D GLUCAN (BDG)
Abbreviations
BDG
Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
SEROLOGY
Sub Department
INFECTIOUS
TAT Category
ELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME
Estimated TAT
7
TAT Units
DAYS
Test Requirements
2ml Serum separator tube (SST) or plain tube; avoid EDTA, heparin, or citrate. Avoid hemolysis and contamination. Recent IV albumin, immunoglobulins, or certain antibiotics may cause false positives. Process serum promptly after collection
Clinical Utility
Diagnosis of invasive fungal infections e.g. candidiasis and aspergillosis especially in immunocompromised patients.
Last Review
26th Feb 2026