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HelpTest Code MPSSP Plasmodium (Malaria) DNA PCR Species
Infectious
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB3040289 |
|---|---|
| NBS code | LBC13368 |
| Service code | 10033102 |
Specimen Requirements
| Submit the following |
| Preferred |
| Light purple top |
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3.0 mL
Specimen Stability and Condition
| Specimen type | |
| Ambient | Submit sample to lab immediately |
| Refrigerate | 7 days |
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction, Species Differentiation
Days and Times Performed
TAT 3 - 4 days
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Molecular Microbiology Laboratory (MML), Microbiology division, 67724384
Useful For
For species differentiation of Plasmodium infection including P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. malariae, P. ovale and P.knowlesi
Update
Last updated 3/8/2026
LOINC Code Information
LOINC: 41450-8; 41449-0; 41448-2; 70568-1; 70568-1