Test Information:
Anti‑HBc IgM antibodies are one of the first serologic markers of HBV infection and usually persist for up to 6 months, being then replaced by anti‑HBc IgG antibodies. High titers of anti‑HBc IgM are detected during acute hepatitis B infection while low titers can be detected during chronic hepatitis B infection (CHB), and moderately high titers can occur in cases of CHB associated with viral replication and inflammatory activity.
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:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8˚C
Stability: 14 days
- Storage: 20 to 25 ˚C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: – 20˚C (± 5 °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