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HelpTest Code LAB551 Acute Hepatitis (A+B+C) Panel
Clinical System Name
Acute Hepatitis (A+B+C) Panel
Synonyms
HEP ABC
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Red, Lt Green/Lithium Heparin, Dark Green/Sodium Heparin, Lavender/EDTA
Preferred Vol: 5 mL
Minimum Vol: 2 mL
Note: No microtainer collection.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 8 C
Storage location: CPA refrigerator, FrigD rack. 2mL serum should be removed from separator for storage.
Off-site collection: Spin blood, transfer serum/plasma to plastic aliquot container. Refrigerate specimen.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| serum/plasma | Room temp | 24 h |
| Refrigerated | 3 d | |
| Frozen | 1 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M, W, F | 1 - 5 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem West
Phone Number: (206) 987-2617
CPT Codes
86705
86708
86803
87340
Methodology
Method: Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) by Abbott Alinity i
Analytical Volume: 1 mL
Limitations:
Reference Range
Reference values accompany patient report.
Description
Screen includes Hepatitis A IgM, Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, Hepatitis B Core IgM Antibody, and Hepatitis C Antibody. See Related Tests below for links to individual components.