Laboratory Information
Test Name
Leptospirosis PCR
Synonyms
Leptospirosis PCR (EDTA blood).
Leptospirosis PCR (Urine).
Specimen Collection
Pre Testing Requirements
A dedicated sample is always required.
Adult Specimen
5mL EDTA tube (purple) dedicated whole blood. Urine.
Paediatric Specimen
1mL EDTA blood.
Test Information
Department
Molecular Biology
Test Availability
Mon - Fri, 0800 - 1630 excl. Public Holidays
Laboratory Turnaround Time
Next working day
Method
Real time PCR
Minimum Volume
500uL EDTA whole blood.
