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HelpTest Code HBSAB Hepatitis Bs Antibody (Anti-HBs), Serum
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
Note: If post-vaccine is requested order test HHA1441 “Hepatitis B Surface Antibody, Post Vaccination, Serum.”
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated.
Reference Values
Protective immunity >11.4 mIU/mL.
Interpretation depends on clinical setting.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday.
CPT Coding
86706
Secondary ID
HHA1264
LOINC Coding
| Test name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Hepatitis Bs Antibody (Anti-HBs), Serum |
16935-9 |
Specimen Stability Information
|
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
|
Serum |
RT, spun |
3 days |
|
Refrigerated, spun |
6 days |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |