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HelpTest Code 01289 Bartonella Serology (Cat-Scratch Fever)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red Top
Volume: 6.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 1 week |
| Frozen | 1 week |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 10 days
This does not include the 1 - 3 days transit time from NUH to the testing laboratory
Reference Interval
Bartonella henselae IgG: <64 (negative)
Bartonella henselae IgM: <20 (negative)
Bartonella quintana IgG: <64 (negative)
Bartonella quintana IgM: <20 (negative)
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Microbiology Laboratory
Basement 1, Children Tower
KK Women’s and Children Hospital Pte Ltd
100, Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 229899
63941388 / 63941389
Service Code
33162
Update
Last updated 24/03/2023