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HelpTest Code LAB472 Hepatitis B Surface Antibody
Performing Lab
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Ordering Recommendations
Identifying previous exposure to hepatitis B virus.
Determining adequate immunity from hepatitis B vaccination.
Collect
Serum
Collection Device
Gold Top Tube
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Stability (from collection to initiation)
| Room Temp | 1 Day |
| Refrigerated | 7 Days |
| Frozen | Indefinite. Max 6 freeze/thaw cyles |
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room Temp, Refrigerated, Frozen
Minimum Requirements
2 mL
Methodology
Chemiluminescence Immunoassay (CLIA)
Performed
Testing performed Monday through Friday.
Start Date
12/14/20
Last Review Date
2/21/26 ES