Test Code LAB472 Hepatitis B Surface Antibody

Intended Use

Used to aid in the diagnosis of hepatitis B virus in unvaccinated patients and to determine the immune status of vaccinated patients

Chemiluminescence Immunoassay

RCH

Preferred: Serum

Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, gel tube

Acceptable: Plasma

Container/Tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

Specimen: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Refrigerated: 7 days for serum, 3 days for plasma

Frozen: -20 for 1 month

Monday through Sunday

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