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Clinical System Name
Hepatitis B Core, Total Antibody
Synonyms
Hep B; Core Total Antibody
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Gold microtainer, Red, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin, Lt.Green/Lithium Heparin microtainer, Lavender/EDTA
Preferred Vol: 3.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 8 C
Storage Location: CPA refrigerator, FrigD rack. Serum should be removed from separator for storage.
Off-Site Collection: Spin blood. Transfer serum to plastic aliquot container. Send refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp | 3 d |
| Refrigerated | 7 d | |
| Frozen | 4 w |
Note: Avoid more than three freeze/thaw cycles.
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M, W, F day shift | 1-5 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Phone Number: (206) 987-2617
CPT Codes
86704
Methodology
Method: Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) on the Alinity i
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
Nonreactive