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Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV), Serum

Message
If HCV ab is positive, confirmation will be performed.


Test Code
423


CPT Codes
86803-HCV; 87522-HCV amplified probe technique (if appropriate)

Preferred Specimen


Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum
 





 




Methodology

Chemiluminescence Immunoassay 



Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Limitations
Limited to qualitative determination of antibodies to hepatitis C virus in patients 18 months old and older


Reference Range


Negative (reported as positive or negative)
All positive results are confirmed.
Interpretation depends on clinical setting.  




Clinical Significance


Useful as a screening test for current hepatitis C infection. 




Performed By
CoxHealth



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.