Hepatitis D Antibody, Total
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Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) Antibody Total, Serum
Test ID: HDV
Test
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Clinical Utility
Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) infection occurs only in association with Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) infection. A positive result for HDV total antibody may indicate acute infection, chronic infection, or past infection with recovery.
Test Version
6-Feb-2025
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | 7 days |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Test Version
6-Feb-2025
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Turnaround Time
12 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
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| Hepatitis D Antibody, Total |
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Hepatitis D virus (HDV) infection occurs in association with HBV infection. A positive result for HDV total antibody may indicate either acute or chronic HDV infection.Measurement of HDV IgM may help distinguish acute from chronic infection.
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Test Version
6-Feb-2025
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HDV | 64697HEPATITIS D ANTIBODY, TOTAL |
Test Version
6-Feb-2025