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Anti-Hepatitis B Surface Antigen

Methodology

The Anti-Hepatitis B Surface Antigen assay is a direct sandwich immunoassay that uses direct chemiluminometric technology.

Test Utility

This test is used for the determination of antibodies to Hepatitis B surface Antigen to aid in the immune status to HBV or disease progression of the infection.

Specimen Collection and Preparation

Serum or plasma sample in the following tubes:

  • Serum separator tube (gold or tiger top)

  • Lithium/Sodium Heparin (green top)

  • EDTA (lavender top)

Specimen Storage and Stability

Store serum or plasma at the following temperatures:

  • Room temperature: 15°C to 25°C up to 24 hours

  • Refrigerated: 2°C to 8°C for up to 7 days

  • Frozen: -20°C or lower up to 30 days

Specimen Rejection

  • Insufficient sample volume

  • Sample not stored at proper temperature

  • Frozen whole blood

  • Severely hemolyzed samples

  • Severely lipemic specimens

  • Specimen labeled incorrectly or not labeled

Reference Pages

Performed

Monday – Saturday

Result available within 24 hours of receipt in laboratory

NOTE: Specimens are refrigerated (2-8°) for 7 days before disposal

Contacts

Vibra Health Laboratory

1307- A, Allen Dr

Troy, MI 48083

(248) 846-0663

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