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Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (US PREVENTIVE TASK FORCE)

Message
TUBE MUST BE FULL!


Test Code
HEPBSAG(USPTF)


CPT Codes
G0499

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: 14 Days 
ROOM TEMP: 24 HRS


Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday


Reference Range
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen:  NON REACTIVE


Clinical Significance
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen is the earliest indicator of the presence of acute infection. Also indicative of chronic infection .


Performing Laboratory
LMH - CHEMISTY 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.