Hepatitis A Antibodies IgM; Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
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Hepatitis Screen – Acute, Serum
Test ID: ACUHEP
Test
Method
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Clinical Utility
This test is used to investigate acute infection. Reflex: Hepatitis B Core Antibody (IgM) will also be reported and billed when Hepatitis B Surface Antigen is positive.
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Sample Volume
1 mL
Specimen Comment
Plasma (Heparin) is acceptable only for dialysis patients.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold.
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay
Turnaround Time
2 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
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| Hepatitis A Antibodies (IgM) | Qualitative Test |
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| Hepatitis B Surface Antigen | Qualitative Test |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019