Histoplasma serology
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 5ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top, Specify travel and exposure history, describe symptoms Turnaround Time: 7-14 days |
Diagnosis of Histoplasma capsulatum infection by antibody detection
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: PHE Bristol