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Toxoplasma Serology

Microbiology


Test Usage

Test for serological diagnosis of infection with Toxoplasma gondii

Specimen

Blood sample (serum)

Specimen container

Gold top clotted (min 4ml)

How To Request On EPIC

For electronic requesting using EPIC (RDUH ONLY):

Search for: ‘Toxoplasma serology‘ or test code ‘LAB501

Special Instructions

Please read toxoplasmosis FAQ for investigation of ?toxoplasmosis in pregnancy.

Availability

Processed locally in Microbiology at RDUH

Turnaround Time

2 days

Positives are sent reference laboratory for confirmation

Reference

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Toxoplasmosis/Pages/Introduction.aspx

Specimen Labelling Procedure
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