Test Information:
This test detects the total antibodies (IgG and IgM) to the hepatitis A virus (HAV) in human serum. The assay is used as an aid to detect a past or existing hepatitis A infection or used to determine the presence of antibody response to HAV in vaccine recipients.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain) – PLASTIC TUBE ONLY!
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
Anti-Hepatitis A Virus Total (Anti-HAV Total) is now implemented as the replacement for Anti-HAV IgG.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8˚C
Stability: 14 days - Storage: 20 to 25˚C
Stability: 6 days - Storage: -20˚C
Stability: 3 months
SAMPLE MAY BE FROZEN 5X
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2˚C – 8˚C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 Hours