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HelpTest Code HBDNA Hepatitis B Viral (DNA), Quantitative
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB1337
Epic Description: HEPATITIS B VIRAL DNA, QUANTITATIVE
Synonym
Hepatitis PCR
HBV DNA
Collection Limitations
Centrifuge specimen and separate the plasma into plastic screw top tube within 6 hours of collection and freeze.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
2 – Lavender, EDTA |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
60 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot plasma into plastic vial. Please submit a dedicated sample for this test. Freeze specimen within 6 hours. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 2.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: HBVQN
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=HEPATITIS+B+VIRUS+DNA%2C+QUANTITATIVE
Assay Frequency
2x per week, day of week varies.
Routine Turnaround Time
2-5 days, excluding weekends and holidays
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot plasma into plastic vial. Freeze specimen.
CPT Code Information
87517