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HelpTest Code HBABL Hepatitis B Surface Antibody
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB472
Epic Description: HBSAB (HEP B SURFACE ANTIBODY)
Synonym
Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (Qual and Quant)
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
OCHSNER NEW ORLEANS JEFF HWY AND OCHSNER MONROE
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold with clot activator and inert gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Green, Lithium Heparin | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
OCHSNER LSU SHREVEPORT
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, with inert gel and clot activator |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Lavender, EDTA or Green, Lithium Heparin | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Gel tops need not be aliquotted. If collected in a red top, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
SERUM/PLASMA
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 2.0 mL
Performing Lab
Ochsner LSU Chemistry Lab
Ochsner LSU Monroe Lab
Ochsner Jeff Hwy Automated Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
Ochsner LSU Chemistry Lab: Monday – Friday
Ochsner Jeff Hwy Lab: Daily (24/7)
Routine Turnaround Time
Ochsner LSU: 2 days
Ochsner Jeff Hwy: 24 Hours
CPT Code Information
86706