Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Syphilis Serology (CSF) (Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
11th April 2024	Minimum/Paediatric Volume		0.2 mL

Alternative Names:

Fluorescent Treponemal Antibodies (CSF)

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

SYC

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Container Types:

CSF Tube 1

Adults Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.2 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

CSF specimens will only be tested if the patient's serum tests positive for syphilis.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

V.I.D.R.L.