HEPATITIS B CORE AB IGG/IGM WITHOUT REFLEX

Synonyms: HBcAb IgG/IgM
Computer Code: (HBCAW)
Specimen Collection: 3 mL whole blood (gold top preferred; red top acceptable)
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge for 20 minutes, refrigerate.
Reference Values: Negative See Addendum XIII for interpretation. interphepantigandantibodassayreslts.pdf
Lab Code: Serology
Requisition: HEP/ VIRUS
Test Frequency: 2/week
Routine TAT: 3-4 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 86704
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII