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Laboratory Code
LAB3041897
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold Top (SSTII)
Volume: 5.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 7 days |
| Refrigerate | 14 days |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Methodology
Electrohemiluminescent Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 1-4 days
Specimen Condition
| Gross Haemolysis | Reject |
|---|---|
| Gross Icterus | Reject |
| Gross Lipaemia | Reject |
| Others | Not applicable |
Reference Interval
Non-reactive
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Aiding in identifying individuals with an adaptive immune response to SARS-CoV-2, indicating recent or prior infection.
Service Code
32165
LOINC Code Information
Not available
Alias
Coronavirus
COVID-19
SARS CoV-2 Ab
Update
Last updated 18/07/2025