HTLV 1&2 Ab
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: 4ml clotted blood (1ml if paediatric), red top, State reason for testing
Turnaround Time: 4 days |
Detection of HTLV-1 and 2 IgG for diagnosis/exclusion of HTLV1 & 2 infection
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Colindale