Anaplasma (Anaplasma phagocytophilum) - serology
Serologic detection of Anaplasma phagocytophilum IgG antibodies | |
Microbiology | |
Serology | |
○ Whole blood ○ Serum |
Other Information
Acute and convalescent sera may be required for serodiagnosis
○ Serum separator tube (clotted blood)
○ Decontaminate skin with 70% alcohol followed by iodine or chlorhexidine, collect at least 5 mL of blood.
Refer to section Sample Processing / Delivery
PHOL
○ Up to 42 days from receipt at PHOL
416-586-4800 extension 4432
NO
○ Label specimen container. Place specimens in biohazard bag and seal.
○ Specimens should be stored at refrigeration temperature (2-8˚C) and transported to the UHN/SH Microbiology Laboratory immediately after collection
○ The specimen will be referred to the Public Health Ontario Laboratory for testing
○ Specimens should be stored at refrigeration temperature (2-8˚C) and transported to the UHN/SH Microbiology Laboratory immediately after collection
○ The specimen will be referred to the Public Health Ontario Laboratory for testing