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HelpTest Code PPSE Burkholderia Pseudomallei antibody (Meliodosis Serology)
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB1204 |
| NBS code | LBC07914 |
| Service code | 33137 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Red Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs.
Specimen Type: Serum
Volume: 1.0 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 1 week (Preferred) |
| Frozen | Not available |
Methodology
Indirect Haemagglutination test
Days and Times Performed
Thursday, cut off on Wednesday 3pm, stability acceptable for 10 days.
TAT 4 - 10 days
Reference Interval
Negative
Update
Last updated 29/06/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
Testing Laboratory
Clinical Diagnostic Services Laboratory
DMERI@DSO
27 Medical Drive #13-01
Singapore 117510
Tel: 64857258