HEPATITIS A IGM AB

Message
TUBE MUST BE FULL!


Test Code
HEPAIGM


CPT Codes
86709

Preferred Specimen
SERUM - LG RED


Other Acceptable Specimens
GOLD SST (FULL)


Instructions
Patients less than 18 months old, send testing to Children's.


Specimen Stability
REF: 48 HRS ROOM TEMP : 8 HRS


Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday


Reference Range
HEP A IGM ANTIBODYNON REACTIVE


Clinical Significance
The presence of IgM antibody to Hepatitis A virus is evidence for acute Hepatitis A.


Performing Laboratory
LMH - Chemistry x3739 or 3764



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.