Syphilis

Test Information

Test Name

Syphilis

Synonyms

RPR/VDRL, Treponemal Test, Treponema Pallidum, STS, TPHA, FTA Lues screen, FTA, FTA-ABS, syphilis serology, syphilis EIA

Department

Immunology

Price

$20.00

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

Extra SST (Micro collect: at least x2 full micro-SST)

Testing Location

PLW

Turn Around Time

4 Days

Clinical Update

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Processing Information

Registration Code

SYPH

Notes

All infectious serology requests will require accompanying clinical details in order for testing to proceed. Exceptions:

  • Hepatitis Foundation screening protocols
  • Haemodialysis screening protocols
  • Antenatal screens
  • Immigrations medicals
  • Patient paid requests
  • Prisoners (Hepatitis B, C and HIV only)
  • Sexual Health Clinics/Screens (Syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B & C only)

Methodology

Sample Storage

Fridge

Sample Stability

1 week

Interpretations

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Send Away Notes

Syphilis IgM (T.pallidum IgM EIA/ Treponemal IgM) can be tested upon microbiologist approval. Immunology will add on sendaway test code "SATP after review".