Amoebic serology
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About This Test
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 4ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top, Provide specific travel and exposure history with dates and length of stay
Turnaround Time: 7 days |
Serologic testing to help confirm the diagnosis of amoebic liver abscess.
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Measurement units:
Clinical decision points: Not applicable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Hospital for Tropical Diseases