ITEM ID
S115
Item Name
HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY (Anti-HBc), TOTAL
DOCTOR SPECIALITY
Gastroenterologist
DISEASE DESCRIPTION
Disorders of Liver
Test Status
Active
Specimen
2 mL (1 mL min.) Serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Method:
CMIA
Report:
Sample submitted by 2nd day of the month. Report issued in 4 weeks.
Usage:
This assay aids in the diagnosis of acute or chronic hepatitis B infection and also in individuals displaying signs of hepatitis in an unknown etiology. It also helps to determine the clinical status of HBV infected individuals in conjunction with other HBV serological markers associated with HBV infection..
Doctor Specialty:
Gastroenterologist
Disease:
Disorders of Liver
Components::
Department:
ELISA
Pre Test Information:
No special preparation required.