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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB1265 |
| NBS code | LBC09905 |
| Service code | 33177 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following immediately:
Preferred: Red Top
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge within 2 hours
Specimen type: Serum
Volume: 0.5 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 week |
| Refrigerate | 1 week (Preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 week |
Days and Times Performed
Test performed twice a week, TAT 8 - 28 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Australian Rickettsial Reference Laboratory
University Hospital Geelong
Entrance 3, Bellerine Street
Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
Update
Last updated 26/03/2026