Bartonella Serology (Blood)

Testing Laboratory

Canterbury Health Laboratories Christchurch Hospital

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

CATG

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7173

Synonyms

Rochalimae Henselae Serology,
Bartonella hensalae,
Cat scratch disease

Specimen Type

• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred if Waitākere

• SST II (Gold Cap)

Acceptable

• Plain (Red Top)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

3.5

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

0.5

Contact Information