Test Code 01292 Burkholderia Pseudomallei antibody (Meliodosis Serology)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold Top (SSTII) / Red Top
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 | Not available |
Methodology
Indirect Haemagglutination test
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 4 - 10 days
Reference Interval
Negative
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Clinical Diagnostic Services Laboratory
DMERI@DSO
27 Medical Drive #13-01
Singapore 117510
Tel: 64857258
Service Code
33137
Update
Last updated 27/11/2024