Hepatitis B Core IgM (HBM)

Department: Virology
Test Synonym(s): LAB549, HBM, Hepatitis B Core IgM Antibody, Hepatitis B Virus Core Antibody IgM, Hep B Core IgM, Hepatitis B Core Ab IgM
CPT Codes: 86705
Methodology: Chemiluminescence
Reference Range: Negative
Tube Type: Red top (no gel), Lavender top (EDTA), Dark green top (Lithium Heparin)
Specimen: Serum
Alternate Specimen: Plasma
Pediatric Requirements: Red top microtainer (1mL) x2
Volume: 1 tube
Minimum Volume: Red top microtainer (1mL) x2
Temperature: Allow to clot, store refrigerated (2-8 degrees C)
Stability: Room temperature (15-30 degrees C): 24 hours; 2-8 degrees C: up to 6 days; Longer than 6 days: remove serum from clot and store at -20 degrees C
Reasons for Rejection: Same assay within 4 days, heat inactivation, gross hemolysis, lipemia.
Days Performed: Wednesday
Times Performed: Morning
TAT: 5 hours to 7 days

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