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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB5014 |
| NBS code | LBC04935 |
| Service code | 36857 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following immediately:
Vitreous or eye tap
Preferred: Plain sterile container
CSF
Preferred: Plain sterile container
Swab for vesicles
Preferred: Darcron-tipped swab sheath
Processing Requirements
Keep sample refrigerated. Do not freeze.
Vitreous or eye tap
Specimen type: Body Fluid
Volume: As much as possible
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
CSF
Specimen type: CSF
Volume: 1 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Swab for vesicles
Specimen type: Swab
Volume: NA
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Eye vitreous, CSF, Swab |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 day |
| Refrigerate | 4 days (Preferred) |
| Frozen | Not available |
Days and Times Performed
Monday to Saturday , TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
Reference interval will be provided on the report
Update
Last updated 09/04/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950