Test Code HAVABM Hepatitis A Antibody, IgM Only (Anti-HAV, IgM), Serum
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
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.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Serum | RT, spun | 7 days |
Refrigerated | 14 days |
Reference Values
Nonreactive (reported as reactive or nonreactive)
Interpretation depends on clinical setting.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
86709
Secondary ID
HHA1262
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
Test name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Hepatitis A Antibody, IgM Only (Anti-HAV, IgM), Serum |
22314-9 |
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |