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HelpTest Code HBSAGB Hepatitis Bs Antigen (HBsAg), Serum
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
Note: If HBsAg is reactive, the HBsAg confirmation will be performed at an additional charge.
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 | 6 days |
| Refrigerated, spun | 14 days |
Reference Values
Nonreactive (reported as Reactive or Non Reactive)
Interpretation depends on clinical setting.
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
|
Icterus |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
Reject |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday.
CPT Coding
87340 - HBsAg
87341 - HBsAg Confirmation, if appropriate
Secondary ID
HHA1265
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
| Test Name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
Hepatitis Bs Antigen (HBsAg), Serum |
5195-3 |
| Hepatitis Bs Antigen (HBsAG) confirm | 65633-0 |