Hepatitis B by PCR
Orderable EAP code:
LAB101348
Billable EAP Codes:
80003552 x 1
CPT Codes:
87517 x 1
Lab Section:
Microbiology and Molecular Lab
Turnaround Time:
7 to 10 days.
Test Schedule:
Tuesdays and Fridays.
Units:
IU/mL
Specimen Requirements:
6 mL of blood in purple (EDTA) tube. Spin within 24 hours and freeze 2.5 mL plasma immediately.
Alternatively, serum from a red top tube may be prepared, frozen, and submitted for the assay.
Pediatric Specimen Requirements:
1.0 mL plasma, processed as above.
Synonyms:
HBV
Hep B
Hep B Quant
Hepatitis B Quant