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HelpTest ID BLOD0649 Hepatitis B Core Reflex to IgM
AKA
HBCAB
Hep B Core
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Plasma
Specimen should be centrifuged and separated within 2 hours of collection.
Test may be affected by gross hemolysis, gross icterus and gross lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 3 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Greater than 7 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Analytical Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, and Bismarck
CPT
86704
Reflex 86705
Additional Information
If Hep B Core Ab Total is positive, Hep B Core Ab IgM (BLOD0132) will automatically be performed at an additional charge.