Test Code ANHBQT Hepatitis Bs Antibody (Anti-HBs), Quantitative, Serum
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Chemistry
Methodology
Chemilluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold top, serum gel
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Spin down unopened (vacuum intact) tube within 45 minutes of draw.
Additional Information:
1. Date of draw is required.
2. Performance has not been established using cadaver or body fluids other than serum.
3. The following specimens will not be tested:
A. Heat-treated, hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic
B. Containing particulate matter, precipitate, RBCs, or sodium azide
Reference Values
Interpretation
<8: negative, nonimmune
8-20: grey zone, further evaluation required
>20: positive, consistent with immunity
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
1 day
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86706
LOINC Code Information
Name |
LOINC Code |
Hepatitis B Surface Antibody |
22322-2
|