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Test Code Hepatitis C Ab Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV), Serum

Additional Codes

Reflexes to Hepatitis C PCR QT (performed at BJH), if initial testing is equivocal or reactive.

Performing Laboratory

NRL-Chemistry

Methodology

Chemilluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)

Useful for differential diagnosis of hepatitis A, B, and C (non-A, non-B hepatitis).

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

Nonreactive

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Turnaround Time:

1 day

Specimen Transport Temperature

Room Temp

Test Classification and CPT Coding

86803

G0472 (if appropriate)

LOINC Code Information

Name

LOINC Code

Hepatitis C Antibody

16128-1