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Non-Invasive Prenatal Analysis (NIPA) for Fetal Antigens

Alternative Names:

NIPA for Clinically Significant Fetal Antigens

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

NIPA

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA 6 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

18 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Please collect 3 x 6ml EDTA separate dedicated containers are required for this test.

Samples MUST be received by Brisbane reference serology laboratory less than 72 hrs from collection. Samples should only be collected at Monday, Tuesday or Wednsday AM and MUST arrive at the Alfred Sendaways Department before 12pm on Wednsday to ensure they are recieved by the referernce lab in sufficent time.

Store and transport samples at 2-8°C.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

See Detailed Information

Store and transport samples at 2-8°C. Pack with a frozen icepack but not in direct contact.

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

External Laboratory:

See Reference Laboratory details below