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Malaria

Alternate Names
Thick and Thin Films, Malarial Parasites
Ordering Information

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
Malaria Parasites
Laboratory
Haematology
Specimen
Blood
Container
EDTA (purple)
Additional Collection Instructions

Preferably take specimen during fever.

Minimum Adult Volume
4mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume
None
Frequency
Daily