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Alternative Names:

Tropheryma whipplei PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

WHI

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid
Paraffin Block Shavings

Container Types:

CSF Tube 3

Collection & Request Instructions:

DEPARTMENT HEAD AUTHORISATION REQUIRED

Transport Instructions:

RoomTemp within Alfred/Esky from External sites

Processing Instructions:

Store frozen

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

Institute of Clin.Pathology & Medical Res. (ICPMR)

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

If CSF is frozen, send on dry ice. If CSF is not frozen, send on an ice pack.

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form