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Alternate Names
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Pneumoniae, Psittaci, Chlamydia pneumoniae Ab, Chlamydia psittaci Ab |
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Test Code
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CHLS |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Chlamydia seroconversion may take up to 21 days after infection. Acute specimens are stored until convalescent specimen is received and then tested in parallel. Single specimens will be tested if clinical notes suggest an illness of 14 days or more. |
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Collection Instructions
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Collect acute and convalescent specimens, 2 - 3 weeks apart. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Weekly |
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Min Test Volume
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5mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added up to 4 weeks from collection, subject to sample availability. |
