Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD92561Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Treponema pallidum Antibody, Particle Agglutination
Also known as: T. pallidum Ab, TP-PA, Agglutination (TP-PA) Test, Syphilis
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
The TP‑PA test is designed to aid in the confirmation of antibodies to the Treponema pallidum organism that causes syphilis. It may also produce positive results in related treponemal infections such as yaws or pinta.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Treponema pallidum antibody
AnalyteParticle Agglutination • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Transport tube
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis • Lipemia • Plasma • CSF
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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