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HelpTest Code LAB798 Hepatitis A Antibody IgM
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G-HAVAB
Collection:
Specimen: Blood
Container: SST or Red Top
Specimen Volume: 5 mL; Minimum 3 mL
Pediatric Collection:
One Gold or Red Top microtainer filled to 600 uL.
Stability:
Once serum is separated from cells:
Ambient: 8 Hours
Refrigerated (preferred): 1 Week
Frozen: 2 Weeks
Turnaround Time (TAT):
STAT: 2 HOURS
Routine: 3 HOURS
Test Availability:
Daily / 24 Hours / Available STAT
Performing Laboratory Section:
Chemistry / UMC MAIN LABORATORY
Reference Interval:
Non-reactive
Interpretive Data:
| Result | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Non-reactive | IgM anti-HAV not detected |
| Reactive | IgM anti-HAV detected. |