Test Directory
Schistosomiasis serology
Containers - Adult
Brown Cap, Gel Clotted
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Laboratory Site
Scottish Parasite Diagnostic & Reference Laboratory (SPDRL)
Level 5, New Lister Building
10-16 Alexandra Parade
Glasgow Royal Infirmary
GLASGOW
G4 0SF
10-16 Alexandra Parade
Glasgow Royal Infirmary
GLASGOW
G4 0SF
Telephone: 0141 201-8667
Transport arrangements
Useful in: Suspected infection with Schistosoma species - freshwater exposure in an endemic area (especially Malawi). Note that serology will only become positive at least 8 weeks post-exposure.
Processed at the Scottish Parasite Diagnostic & Reference Laboratory (SPDRL). Please send to the RIE for forwarding. Transport as soon as is practicable.
Sample storage arrangements
Store at room temperature.
Special instructions for collection
5-10ml (minimum 1ml) clotted blood/serum (brown cap blood), taken at least 8 weeks after exposure
How to request
Via Trak - 'schistosomal referred profile' - specify symptoms, travel history in 'clinical details' field or GP comms
Availability
This is a referred test so should be sent Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
Anticipated turnaround
10 days from receipt of sample at SPDRL.