Sign in →

Test Code LAB2062 Treponema pallidum patrical agglutination (TP-PA)

Important Note

Note:  This test is a lab only orderable.

  •  If this test is needed to complete the reverse alogrithm, it will be auto-reflexed.
  • Please contact Immunology department at 843-792-1667 if a TP-PA is needed outside of the the normal agorithm reflex.
  • This will require approval by the Immunology Medical Director, Dr. Christine Litwin.

For initial syphilis screening, order Syphilis Total IgG and IgM with Reflex.

Additional Codes:

TP-PA

Collection:

Specimen: Blood

Container: Serum Separator, Plain Red Top

Volume: 5 ml; Minimum 3 ml

Pediatric Collection:

One Gold or Red microtainer filled 600 uL.

Storage Instructions:

Specimen may be held overnight at Room Temperature. Refrigerate for storage beyond 12 hours. Serum may be stored for up to 7 days at 2-8C.  For longer storage of samples, freeze at -20C or colder.

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Up to 4 days.

Assay:

0.2 ml serum

Send To:

UMC MAIN LABORATORY – EH319 Extension Hospital

Reference Interval:

Non-Reactive