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Test Code TPCR Tetraplex PCR

Additional Codes

Epic Ordering Code LAB5014
NBS code LBC04935
Service code 36857

Specimen Requirements

Submit only one of the following:
 

Vitreous or eye tap / CSF / Swab for vesicle
Plain Sterile Container

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 06/08/2026

Referring / Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
 

Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950