Test Information:
This package includes the following tests: HBsAg, Anti-HBs, and Anti-HBc Total.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
The following information must be provided upon specimen endorsement via Internal Message or Remarks.
1. PREGNANT or NOT PREGNANT
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: Room Temperature
Stability: 24 hours - Storage: 2 to 8˚C
Stability: 6 days - Storage: – 20˚C or colder
Stability: Greater than 6
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours