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Malaria
Alternate Names
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Thick and Thin Films, Malarial Parasites |
Ordering Information
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Concentration of parasites in the blood is highest during fever. Three consecutive daily specimens should be tested on negative results. Please contact the Haematology Laboratory on 03 9496 3292 when samples have been collected to allow for urgent processing |
Cerner Test Name
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Malaria Parasites |
Laboratory
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Haematology |
Specimen
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Blood |
Container
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EDTA (purple) |
Additional Collection Instructions
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Preferably take specimen during fever. |
Minimum Adult Volume
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4mL |
Minimum Paediatric Volume
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None |
Frequency
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Daily |
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Test Code
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MALAR |
Container ID
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EW, EWP, CH |