Test Code Malarial Smear Malarial Smear
Department
Hematology
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Method
Wright’s Stain or Geimsa Stain with Manual Microscopy
Container
EDTA (lavender-top)
Standard Volume
5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.25ml
Ship Temperature
Room Temperature
Stability Refrigerated
8 hours
Stability Room Temp
8 hours
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Group Components
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL EXAM