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Epic Test Code LAB3343  Acute Hepatitis Panel 

Performing Location(s)

BMC

Includes

LAB21130 Hepatitis C Ab , LAB471 Hepatitis B Surface AG,  LAB549 Hepatitis B Core IgM AB , LAB798 Hepatitis A AB IgM 

Specimen Type

Serum

Preferred Container

Gold or Red top tube

Blood Tube Draw Volume

Min 50% draw volume  

Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing

0.5 mL Serum 

  • Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.  

 

Storage Requirements

Sample tubes should be centrifuged within 2 hour of collection followed by transfer of the serum (red or gold top) to a labeled plastic, aliquot tube.

See Causes of Rejection for temperature requirements for Individual Components.

Transportation Needs

Deliver specimen to laboratory within 1 hour of collection if unspun. If not possible see "storage Requirements". 

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen

Less than 50% draw for Vacutainer tubes

Serum not separated from cells within 2 hours of collection

Serum- Stability depends on the component

Reference Values

See individual components of the panel

Days of Analysis

All

Available STAT

Yes

Methodology

Beckman AU/Dx Series

CPT Code

80074

Last Updated

26-Apr-23 BHD