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Hepatitis A Antibody (IgM)

Test Code
HAIGM


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
Specimen stable 2 days refrigerated 6 months frozen.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Diagnosis of acute hepatitis A virus infection requires positivity for IgM antibody. HAV IgM usually disappears in 3-4 months but may persist up to 10 months.




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