Test Lookup
Test Lookup Guidance Notes
See our A-Z test index and profiles, allergy profiles, latest tests, request forms and sample requirements online. We offer full commitment to customer service and we are keen to continue developing strong working relationships providing help and support to referring doctors and their practices.
Storage Timeframes below are for guidance only and are developed alonside RCPath guidelines. Please contact the relevant department for further advice.
Haematology – 1 day (Stability limited for coagulation to 8 hours)
Biochemistry – 3 days
Immunology – 1 month
Microbiology – Dependant on sample type; Wounds, swabs, urines, sputum, faeces – 1 week, Tissues and Fluids – 2 months, Routine bloods – approx. 2 weeks
A - Z of Tests
Code | Test Name / Profile | Department | |
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HEPEG | Hepatitis E IgG | Microbiology | view test |
HEPE | Hepatitis E IgM | Microbiology | view test |
HSV PCR | Herpes simplex PCR (Swab) | Microbiology | view test |
HER | Herpes Serology | Microbiology | view test |
HSV PCR | Herpes simplex PCR (Blood) | Microbiology | view test |
HHV-6 PCR | HHV6 (Human Herpes Virus 6) | Microbiology | view test |
HHV-8 PCR | HHV8 (Human Herpes Virus 8) | Microbiology | view test |
HISS | Histoplasma Serology | Microbiology | view test |
HIV PCR | HIV PCR (Viral Load) | Microbiology | view test |
HIV | HIV Serology (1 & 2 abs and p24 antigen) | Microbiology | view test |
H1VR | HIV-1 Viral Resistance | Microbiology | view test |
HPVP | HPV DNA PCR - Primary Cervical Screening | NEYCSP | view test |
HSV PCR | HSV PCR (CSF) | Microbiology | view test |
HSV PCR | HSV PCR (Swab) | Microbiology | view test |
HTLV | Human T Cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV | Microbiology | view test |
HYD | Hydatid serology | Microbiology | view test |
Histology cases referred elsewhere for opinion or further testing | Histology | view test | |
Histology - Frozen Section | Histology | view test | |
Histology - Large Surgical Specimens - Routine | Histology | view test | |
Histology - Large Surgical Specimens - Urgent | Histology | view test |