SARS-CoV-2 IgG (N protein)

Specimen Container	Gel separator tube (Adult) Microtube (Paeds)
Specimen Requirement	Plain Blood Adult: 5 mL Paediatric: 1.3 mL Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the clot-activating factors is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.
Specimen Storage/Transport	Refrigerate samples if delay in transporting to laboratory is anticipated. Do not freeze.
Orderable as Urgent?	No
Turn Around Time	<1 - 7 days
Reference Value(s)	-
Testing Laboratory Location	SGH
Laboratory	Virology
Contact Number	6394 1352
Day and Time Performed	On demand
Orderable on CPOE?	Yes
Downtime Form	Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Change History Notes

28 Oct 2024 11:00 AM

Updated Specimen Requirement.
23 May 2023 10:00 AM

Update of test details.
09 Jun 2022 12:00 AM

Updated Specimen Storage / Transport.
12 Oct 2021 02:40 PM

Updated Test Title, Specimen Requirement, Specimen Storage / Transport ,
Turn Around Time, Day and Time Performed and Additional Information.

Last Updated - 27 May 2025