HEPATITIS B VIRUS SURFACE Ab

Test Name
HEPATITIS B VIRUS SURFACE Ab
Aliases
HBV, Hep B
Provincial Mnemonic
HBSAB
LOINC Test Code
22322-2
Description and Primary Use
Serology to diagnose acute Hepatitis A infection
Reorder interval
None
TAT
48 hours
Test Cost
Not Determined
Tier
1 - General Availability
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Minimum volume 0.6ml

Required Consultations
None
Algorithms and Guidelines

None

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Serum

Criteria for Rejection

None

Laboratory Service Area
Microbiology
Performing Laboratory / Site
PHML only
Last Updated
04-Jun-18