Hepatitis A Antibody, IgG
Abbrev Code: | HAABG | ||
Order Code: | LAB6402 | Order Name: | Hepatitis A Aby IGG |
Synonyms: | HEPA; Hep A; HAABG | ||
Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 86708 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri; results are reported within 3 business days. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 1.2 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.8 mL |
Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
Collection Instructions: | Serum only is acceptable. |
Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis, turbidity, plasma. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Within 2 hours centrifuge and aliquot 0.6 mL, 0.3 mL minimum. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Stability: | After separation from cells: 4 days at room temperature; 8 days refrigerated. Freeze aliquot sample if stored more than 8 days. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Specialty Core/Prot/Endo (Architect A) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | Non-reactive. |
Use: | Order only when assessing immunity for hepatitis A virus (HAV) from either vaccination or previous infection. A reactive test is indicative of previous hepatitis A infection or vaccination. |
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