Leptospira serology (Weils disease)
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 4ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top, Specify travel and exposure history, describe symptoms
Turnaround Time: 5-7 working days |
Serological diagnosis of leptospirosis infection by detection of IgM antibody
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Clinical decision points: Interpretive comments included in report
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Porton