Test Code LAB798 Hepatitis A Antibody, IgM

Intended Use

Used as an aid in diagnosis of acute or recent (usually 6 months or less) with hepatitis A virus.

Chemiluminescence Immunoassay

RCH

Preferred: Serum

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

Acceptable: Plasma (heparinized)

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

Specimen: 1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1 mL)

Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.

Ambient: 8 hours

Refrigerated: 2 days

Frozen: -20C for 180 days

Monday through Sunday

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