Hepatitis A Antibody, Total; IgG and IgM

Hepatitis A Antibody, Total; IgG and IgM
DataValue
Method Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
CPT Code 86708
Preferred Specimen Serum
Other Acceptable Specimens None.  Serum Only.
Required Specimen Volume 1-3 mLs serum or plasma
Minimum Specimen Volume 1 mL serum or plasma
Specimen Container Red Top or SST Tube, 7-10 mLs
Specimen Identification Label tube with patient's first and last name, DOB and date/time of collection.
Special Instructions
  • Sample may be stored up to 8 days refrigerated at 2-8° C.
  • Centrifuge and remove serum from clot as soon as possible and before storing. Transfer separated serum or plasma to a labeled plastic transport tube.
  • If need to store longer than 8 days, serum or plasma may be frozen at -20° C or colder.
  • Specimens with precipitate should be clarified by centrifugation.
  • Do not use heat-inactivated specimens.
  • Serum collection tubes should not be used with heparinized patients. Use plasma collection tubes.
Shipping Requirements Store and ship at refrigerated temperature 2-8° C.
Sample Rejection Criteria
  • Grossly Lipemic specimen
  • Gross Hemolysis
  • Heat-inactivated specimen
  • Mislabeled/Unlabeled specimen
  • Specimen quantity not sufficient for testing (QNS)
  • Specimens containing sodium azide.
  • Improper specimen transport or storage
Reference Interval Negative
Turn-around-time 48 hours
Setup Tuesday and Thursday