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HelpTest Code HBCT HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY TOTAL (IGG AND IGM), REFLEX HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY IGM, SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | HBCT |
| EPIC | LAB20350 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Distinguishing between previous exposure to Hepatitis B virus or acute Hepatitis B infection and aiding in the diagnosis between acute or chronic hepatitis B virus infection when used with other serological markers
If Hepatitis B Core Ab Total is positive, Hepatitis B Core Ab IgM will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
Reference Values
Hepatitis B Core AB Total: Negative or Positive
Hepatitis B Core AB IGM: Negative; interpretation depends on clinical setting
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.6 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 30 Days
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Room Temp: 3 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 86704 | Hepatitis B Core Antibody (HBcAb), Total | |
| 86704 | Hepatitis B Core Antibody (HBcAb), Total | |
| 86705 | Hepatitis B Core Antibody (HBcAb), IgM | if Indicated |
Keywords
ANTI-HEPATITIS BC
HBCOR
COREM
Maximum Laboratory Time
3 Days
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube