Needlestick injury

Pathology category

Microbiology - Virology

Code

LTS

Referral code

Request form

ICE request form

Test information

Storage of needlestick injury recipient blood. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Refer to Occupational Health Department

Pre-analytical

Please ensure the sample is transported to the laboratory as soon as possible. If delayed please refrigerate.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

5ml gold top clotted SST

Special requirements

Minimum volume

5ml

Assay frequency

Monday – Friday

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

1 - 7 days

TAT Inpatient

1 - 7 days

TAT GP/Outpatient

1 - 7 days

Referral lab