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HelpTest Code IMML46 Hepatitis B Core Ab, Total (IgG + IgM)
Synonym
- HBCGM
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 3 days (separated from cells)
Refrigerated: 7 days (separated from cells)
Frozen: 12 months
Specimen Collection Information
Frozen at -20°C if longer than 7 days refrigerated. Freeze samples up to 5 times and mix thoroughly after thawing. Centrifuge sample before using.
Rejected Due To
- Gross hemolysis
Interpretation
Negative
Method Description
Two-wash antigen sandwich immunoassay
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday (excludes OSU holidays)
Report Available
3 to 5 days
Reporting Name
Hep B Core Ab, Total (IgG+IgM)
CPT Code Information
86704
LOINC Code Information
51914-0