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Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (HBsAb)

Test Code
HBABS


Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum


Instructions
Do not use samples that have been stored at room temp. for longer than 8 hours.


Transport Container
SST tube


Transport Temperature
Separated serum stable for 3 days if refrigerated, 30 days if frozen.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Used as an aid in the determination of susceptibility to hepatitis B virus infection in individuals prior to or following HBV vaccination or where vaccination status is unknown.




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.