Babesiosis Screen

Test Information

Test Name

Babesiosis Screen

Synonyms

Babesia Parasites; Babeosis

Department

Haematology

Preferred Specimen

EDTA (Whole Blood)

Testing Location

All

Collection Information

Preparation

  • Send to lab ASAP

Processing Information

Registration Code

MP

Notes

  • URGENT REQUEST
  • Type LOOK in clinical details
  • Do not centrifuge; whole blood required
  • Hand deliver to Haematology

Methodology

Sample Storage

Fridge

Sample Stability

12 hours

Contact Information

alan.neal@pathlab.co.nz