HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY (Anti-HBc), IgM
ITEM ID
S058
Item Name
HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY (Anti-HBc), IgM
DOCTOR SPECIALITY
Gastroenterologist
DISEASE DESCRIPTION
Disorders of Liver
Test Status
Active
HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY (Anti-HBc), IgM
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 is useful for diagnosis of Acute Hepatitis B infection. It identifies Acute HBV infection in the core window period when HBsAg and Anti HBs are negative. It also differentiates between acute and chronic HBV infection in the presence of positive Anti HBc..
Doctor Specialty:
Gastroenterologist
Disease:
Disorders of Liver
Components::
Department:
ELISA
Pre Test Information:
No special preparation required.