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HelpTest Code HCVAB Hepatitis C Antibody with Reflex to HCV RNA by PCR
Additional Codes
| Epic EAP |
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| LAB868 Hepatitis C AB with reflex to HCV, RNA, quant PCR |
Specimen Requirements
Collection Container/Tube: Serum (Serum gel or Red Tube)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial or original tube when appropriate.
Specimen Volume: 2 mL (1.5 mL minimun)
Collection Instructions:
- Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions.
- Pour off serum into aliquot tube or send in original container.
Performing Laboratory
Unity Point-Sioux City-Chemistry
CPT
86803
Performance
Performed Daily
Methodology
Electrochemiluminesence (ELCIA)
Specimen Transport Temperature
|
Sample Type |
Storage Temp. |
Stability |
|
Serum (SST or Red Top) |
Refrigerated (Preferred) |
5 Days (Reflex Stability is 6 days refrigerated.) |
|
|
Frozen -20°C |
12 Weeks |
Reflex Test
Reflex Tests:
|
Test ID |
Reporting Name |
CPT Units |
CPT Code |
Always Performed |
Available Separately |
|
HCVPCR |
Hepatitis C RNA, Quantitative, PCR |
1 |
87522 |
No |
Yes |
Additional Information
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Please see Unity Point Sioux City proedure: Hepatitis C Antibody with Reflex to HCV RNA by PCR |