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SARS-CoV-2 IgG (RBD) Quantitative

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Lab Section Category
Test Description

​SARS-CoV-2 IgG (RBD) Quantitative

Specimen Required

​3 - 5 mL plain blood

Storage/Transport

​Refrigerate samples if delay in transporting to laboratory is anticipated.

Do not freeze.

Method

​Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay

Test Results

​Quantity reported in AU/mL.

Interpreted as positive (≥50 AU/mL) or negative (<50 AU/mL).


Turnaround Time

​<1 - 7 days

Day(s) Test Set up

​At least twice a week

Remarks

​For SGH, this test can ONLY be ordered by the Infectious Disease Physician or under MOH's directive.

If the patient had been vaccinated for COVID-19, please include this in the "Clin Diag/Info" section of the order form.

It is recommended that other Practitioners discuss the appropriateness of this serology test with an Infectious Disease Physician and the potential implications and further management of their patient prior to sending sample.

Last Updated - 13 Jun 2025