Test Code HPBSA HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIBODY, SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| SoftID | HPBSA |
| EPIC | LAB20513 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Aiding in the detection of hepatitis B viral (HBV) infection and acquisition of immunity whether by natural HBV infection or through vaccination.
This test is not recommended for patients under 4 weeks of age.
Method Name
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA) - sandwich principle
Reference Values
Non-Reactive and Reactive with quantitative results
Non-Reactive (< 10.00 mIU/mL) - Individual is considered not immune to HBV infection.
Reactive (≥ 10.00 mIU/mL) - Individual is considered immune to HBV infection.
Both Quantitative and Qualitative results will be reported.
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: 0.5 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 4 Months
Refrigerated: 6 Days
Ambient: 4 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube
Add On Capable
Yes
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 86706 | Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (HBsAb) |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
10900-9
Keywords
ANTI-HEPATITIS BS
AUSTRALIA BS ANTIBODY
HEPATITIS VACCINE IMMUNITY
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required