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Hepatitis B Surface Antigen Confirmatory

Message
Reflex order by laboratory when repeating specimen with reactive HBsAg
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory x5820
10.2018


Test Code
HEPB CONF


Preferred Specimen
Plasma from a green top (PST) tube


Transport Container
Green Top (PST) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
2 - 8 oC: 6 days


Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
This assay is performed Monday through Friday


Clinical Significance
This assay is used to confirm infection.




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.