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HEPATITIS A ANTIBODY, IGM
Test CodeHAIGM
Alias/See Also
Hep A
CPT Codes
86709
Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (gel separator)
Minimum Volume
0.2 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)
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 2 days
- -20°C up to 12 months
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis (>500 mg/dL of hemoglobin)
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
IgM-specific HAV antibody is used to diagnose either a current or recent HAV infection (IgM specific). This is a qualitative test.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NCHB3 (Chemistry, Centaur)
Last Updated: June 9, 2023