Diphtheria Serology

Microbiology

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Specimen

Serum ( blood)

Specimen container

Gold Top Clotted (5ml)

Special Instructions

Please state time of collection and label with the minimum patient identification. Labelling must include the following:

• Surname
• First Name
• Date of Birth
• Unique Identifier – NHS Number  (Hospital No)

Please include relevant clinical details and any antimicrobial therapy the patient is taking

Test Usage

• Determination of immunity to Diphtheria prior to or following vaccination
• Please state date vaccine was given
• Please state indication for testing

Availability

Sent to reference laboratory

Processing Time

1-2 weeks

References

https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/diphtheria-guidance-data-and-analysis

Specimen Labelling Procedure