Test Information:
The Treponema pallidum particle agglutination assay (also called TPPA test) is an indirect agglutination assay used for detection and titration of antibodies against the causative agent of syphilis, Treponema pallidum subspecies pallidum. Syphilis infection is systemic, and is characterized by periods of latency.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
- For NEGATIVE results, titer will not be reported.
- For FEMALE patients, kindly indicate if PREGNANT or NON-PREGNANT.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 3 days
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Specimen receiving CUT-OFF:
Saturday, 0800H (effective 16 Jul 2024)
All specimen received beyond cut-off will be included in the next batch processing.
Results Availability:
Sunday at 1200H