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Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg)
Test CodeHBAGS
Preferred Specimen
Serum, 0.5 mL minimum
Instructions
If positive, neutralization will be performed at an additional charge. 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 14 days if refrigerated, longer if frozen.
Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.
Clinical Significance
Used in conjunction with other serological and clinical information to diagnose individuals with acute or chronic hepatitis B infection.