Quantiferon TB Gold


Test Information

Test Name

Quantiferon TB Gold

Synonyms

QTBG; Interferon Gamma Release Assay

Department

Immunology

Price

$75.00

Price Disclaimer

Many services are free for eligible patients. A minimum charge may apply. Prices listed are for unfunded, individual, requests. Please contact us for commercial testing.

Preferred Specimen

Special QTBG tubes

Testing Location

PLW

Turn Around Time

5 days

Clinical Update

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Collection Information

Preparation

  • Collect Quantiferon tubes after all other samples
  • Refer to Test Reference Manual.
  • Monday to Thursday; and Friday AM only.
  • DO NOT collect prior to a Public holiday.

Processing Information

Registration Code

QTBG

Notes

  • Waikato region - all respiratory and infectious diseases physicians are funded
  • Other regions - funded for clinical reasons only