Hepatitis C Virus Antibody (HCV AB)
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| Synonyms:
| HCV Antibody |
| Specimen: | Blood; (1) SST (serum separator) or Red (no preservative) top vacutainer tube. |
| Volume: | Full primary tube |
| Minimum Volume: | 500 microL serum |
| Collection: | If tube other than an SST is collected, transfer serum to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 2 hours of collection for transport.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C for 14 days; freeze at -20°C for longer storage.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Lipemic; icteric; hemolyzed; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | Negative |
| Methodology: | |
| Test Use: | Detects presence of antibodies to Hepatitis C Virus, tests blood units for transfusion safety. |
| Additional Information: | |
| Testing Includes: | Screening test for antibody to Hepatitis C Virus |
| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |