Laboratory Services
Hepatitis B e-Antibody, Serum
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Test Description |
Hepatitis B e-Antibody, Serum
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Synonym(s) |
Antibody to Hepatitis Be antigen; Hepatitis Be antibody; Anti-HBe; HBe Ab; Hepatitis Be Ab; HEAB |
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Test ID |
HEAB
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General Information |
Useful for:
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Specimen Type |
Serum |
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Specimen Requirements |
Serum Gel (SST) |
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Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Patient Preparation: For 24 hours before specimen collection do not take multivitamins or dietary supplements containing biotin (vitamin B7), which is commonly found in hair, skin, and nail supplements and multivitamins |
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Minimum Sample Volume |
0.5 mL |
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Required Information |
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Stability |
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Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
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Limitations |
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Methodology |
Chemiluminescence Immunoassay |
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Estimated TAT |
1-2 days |
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Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday |
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Retention |
14 days |
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CPT Code(s) |
86707 |
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Reference Range |
Negative |
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Performing Lab |
Mayo |
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LOINC Code(s) |
33463-1 |
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Additional Information |