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Additional Codes
*Unless otherwise specified from employee health
| Epic EAP (Patient) | Epic EAP (Employee) |
|---|---|
| LAB5383 HIV4G | LAB5383 HIV4G |
| LAB868 HCVAB | LAB868 HCVAB |
| LAB471 HBSAG | LAB471 HBSAG |
| LAB472 HBSAB | |
| LAB20 PLLIVR |
Specimen Requirements
Blood and serum are required.
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (whole blood).
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top or serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Performing Laboratory
Unity Point-Sioux City-Chemistry
CPT
See individual tests.
Methodology
Useful for screening for hepatitis Bs antigen (HBsAg), hepatitis C antibody (anti-HCV), and HIV after blood exposure. This protocol is to be used for evaluating blood exposure incidents.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
| Please see Unity Point Sioux City procedure: Please see individual testes for details. |