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Trypanosomes

Alternative Names:TRYPAN
Laboratory:Haematology
Test Code:TRYPAN
Registration Instructions:

On Request

Samples for Trypanosomes are taken over 3 consecutive days

Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
EDTA 3 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:3 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:3 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Samples for Trypanosomes are taken over 3 consecutive days

Processing Instructions:

Store EDTA  at 4 C

1 Stained thick films (dilute Geimsa)

1 Stained thin films (dilute Geimsa)

1 Unstained thin

Slides are transported in plastic slide holders

 

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Store EDTA  at 4 C

1 Stained thick films (dilute Geimsa)

1 Stained thin films (dilute Geimsa)

1 Unstained thin

Slides are transported in plastic slide holders

External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.
External Transport Instructions:

After hours Pager Service (03) 9483 4444

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