HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY, TOTAL

Test Code

HBCAB

Alias/See Also

Hep B

CPT Codes
86704

Includes

This test detects both IgG and IgM antibodies

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

1 Lavender tube (EDTA) or
1 Green tube (Any Heparin)
(Note: If Hep C testing is also required, do not draw heparin tube)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of plasma or serum and red cells. Refrigerate until tested.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days
-15°C for long term storage

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Hemolyzed

Methodology
Direct chemiluminescence

Setup Schedule

M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun

Report Available

Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory

Reference Range

Non-reactive

Clinical Significance

Determine exposure to HBV infection. May be helpful in determining which patients are at risk for HBV reactivation and would benefit from prophylactic nucleoside analog treatment prior to initiation of immunosuppression therapy. This is a qualitative test.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB3 (Chemistry, Centaur)

Additional Information
Hepatitis B FAQ

Last Updated: June 7, 2023

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.