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Laboratory Code
LAB3041862 (Blood)
LAB3041347 (Urine)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3.0 mL
Specimen Type: Urine (Random)
Container/Tube: Sterile Plain Container
Specimen Volume: 10.0 - 15.0 mL
Specimen Stability
48 hours, refrigerated
Methodology
Real-time Reverse Transcription-Polymerase Chain Reaction, Qualitative
Days and Times Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, TAT 1 - 3 days
Specimen Condition
| Whole blood: Frozen or hemolysis | Reject |
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Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384
Useful For
Detection of Dengue virus and Chikungunya virus RNA
Service Code
1033831
Update
Last updated 20/03/2025
Test Info
(a) This test was developed by NUH Laboratory Medicine.
(b) This laboratory test has undergone in-house evaluation with appropriate quality assurance and control measures in line with laboratory best practice and accreditation requirements.