HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY, IGM
| Synonyms: | HBcAb IgM |
| Computer Code: | CORM |
| 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: | Mon-Fri |
| Routine TAT: | 1-3 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 86705 |
| LCD or NCD: | LCD LCD LCD |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |