Test Code LABHAIGG Hepatitis A IgG Antibody, Serum
Additional Codes
Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
---|---|---|
HEPATITIS A IGG ANTIBDOY | LABHAIGG | HEPAIGG |
Useful For/Utility
Determining previous exposure or immunity to hepatitis A virus infection
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red top or serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Separate serum from cells within 2 hours of draw.
Additional Information: Grossly hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Frozen 180 days OK/Ambient 8 hours OK
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry:
SMDC Clinical Lab (Duluth)
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86708
Reference Values
Nonreactive