Laboratory Services
Hepatitis C Antibody
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Test Description |
Hepatitis C Antibody
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Synonym(s) |
anti-Hepatitis C, Anti-HCV |
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Test ID |
HCVAB
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Specimen Type |
Serum |
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Specimen Requirements |
Acceptable Specimens
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Alternate Specimen Type |
Red, Li-heparin, K2EDTA, K3EDT |
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Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Centrifuge samples containing precipitates before performing the assay. Do not induce foaming of specimens. |
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Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL |
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Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL |
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Stability |
Stable for 3 days at 20 - 25 °C |
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Methodology |
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay ECLIA |
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Estimated TAT |
0-2 days |
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Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday |
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CPT Code(s) |
86803 |
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Reference Range |
Non reactive |
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Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics |
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LOINC Code(s) |
48159-8 index, 13955-0 interp |