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HelpEpic 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