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HelpTest Code HEAB Hepatitis B e Antibody, Serum
Testing Algorithm
See HBV Infection-Diagnostic Approach and Management Algorithm in Special Instructions.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum SSTAdditional Testing Requirements
If ordered with HBVQN / Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) DNA Detection and Quantification by Real-Time PCR, Serum; send separate vials.
Necessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: For 24 hours before specimen collection do not take multivitamins or dietary supplements containing biotin (vitamin B7), which is commonly found in hair, skin, and nail supplements and multivitamins.
Collection Container/Tube: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial within 24 hours.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum SST | Frozen (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | ||
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Special Instructions
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; Varies
CPT Code Information
86707
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Method Name
Chemiluminescence Immunoassay
Secondary ID
80973Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Client Test Request (T728) with the specimen.