Test Code LAB1242 Hepatitis B Core AB Total
Additional Codes
Sanford Test Code: BLOD0677
AKA
HBcAB
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Plasma
Test may be affected by gross hemolysis, gross icterus and gross lipemia. Specimen should be centrifuged and aliquoted within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
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Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | 3 days | |
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Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
Frozen | Greater than 7 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
CPT
86704
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls, Fargo, and Bismarck
Analytical Time
1 - 3 days