Syphilis
Methodology
The syphilis assay is a fully automated antigen sandwich assay that uses direct chemiluminescent technology.
Test Utility
This test is used for the determination of antibodies to Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of the sexually transmitted disease Syphilis.
Specimen Collection and Preparation
Serum or plasma sample in the following tubes:
Serum separator tube (gold or tiger top)
Lithium/Sodium Heparin (green top)
EDTA (lavender top)
Citrate (blue top)
Specimen Storage and Stability
Store serum or plasma at the following temperatures:
Room Temperature: 15°C to 25°C up to 24 hours
Refrigerated: 2°C to 8°C up to 7 days
Frozen: -20°C or lower up to 3 months
Specimen Rejection
Insufficient sample volume
Sample not stored at proper temperature
Frozen whole blood
Severely hemolyzed samples
Severely lipemic specimens
Specimen labeled incorrectly or not labeled
Reference Pages
Performed
Monday – Saturday
Result available within 24 hours of receipt in laboratory
NOTE: Specimens are refrigerated (2-8°) for 7 days before disposal
Contacts
Vibra Health Laboratory
1307- A, Allen Dr
Troy, MI 48083
(248) 846-0663