Test Code LEPM Leptospirosis IgM
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB1249 |
| NBS code | LBC07538 |
| Service code | 33104 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following:
| Preferred: | Acceptable: |
| Yellow Top | Red Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hours
Specimen type: Serum
Volume: 0.5mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 2 days |
| Frozen | 1 year (preferred) |
Specimen Condition
| Gross Haemolysis | Reject |
|---|---|
| Gross Icterus | Reject |
| Gross Lipaemia | Reject |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
Wednesday, TAT 2 - 8 days
Reference Interval
Non-reactive
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Diagnosis of Leptospirosis.
Update
Last updated 26/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
23201-7
Alias
Leptospira IgM Antibody