Malaria Parasites Screen

Pathology category

Haematology

Code

M

Referral code

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Test information

Please note: ICT Screen Only

This test is not UKAS accredited. Quality control procedures are in place to verify the quality of results and are reviewed by a qualified Biomedical Scientist.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Sample transport should be at 4-25C and should reach the lab within 24hrs

Reference range

Diagnostic

Tube type

Tube type info

4ml purple top EDTA

Special requirements

Minimum volume

1 tube minimum 40 % full. Can be analysed from FBC sample if sufficient volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

24 hours full screen 4 hours provisional report

TAT GP/Outpatient

24 hours full screen 4 hours provisional report

Referral lab

local