Leptospira species-specific serology (Microscopic Agglutination Test)
Registry Details
| Area | Health Science |
| Lab name | Leptospira Reference Laboratory |
| Lab location | NCBID Wallaceville |
| Test name | Leptospira species-specific serology (Microscopic Agglutination Test) |
| Organisms | Leptospira |
| Requested for surveillance | yes |
| Notice required | no |
| Pre-transport requirements | 5 ± 3°C for less than 24 hours |
| Transport requirements | Ambient temperature within 24 hours |
| How results reported | Leptospira serovar with titre result |
| Referral link | Form |
Description
The Leptospira Reference Laboratory provides screening and confirmatory tests for common Leptospira serovars found in New Zealand.
Details
Acute and convalescent serum are the most suitable samples for the accurate identification of Leptospirosis.