Dengue IgM antibody

RV0019

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)
Specimen Requirement
Plain Blood
Adult: 5 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
1 - 5 days
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Virology
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs - 1700 hrs
Saturday: 0800 hrs - 1200 hrs
Test setup every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Virology & Serology Tests

Additional Information
To diagnose acute infection, send acute sample for dengue IgM antibody and a second sample taken 7 - 10 days later for dengue IgM and dengue total HI antibody on the pair.

Change History Notes

  • 02 Aug 2021 12:00 AM

    ​Updated TAT, Day and Time Performed.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025