Hepatitis C IgG w/Rfx PCR ()

Department: Virology
Test Synonym(s): LAB6233, HCV, Hepatitis C Ab, Hepatitis C PCR, Hepatitis C IgG with Reflex
Test Components: Hepatitis C Ab (Hepatitis C PCR if Ab is Positive)
CPT Codes: 86803
Methodology: CMIA
Reference Range: Non-Reactive (Negative)
Tube Type: Lavender (EDTA)
Specimen: Blood
Pediatric Requirements: 2 Lavender top microtainers
Volume: 4 mL
Minimum Volume: 1 lavender top (Pediatric = 2 lavender top microtainers)
Temperature: Allow to clot, store refrigerated (2-8 C)
Stability: Room temperature: 3 days; Refrigerated: 7 days
Reasons for Rejection: Same assay within 4 days, obvious microbial contamination
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Morning and afternoon
TAT: 2 hours - 2.5 days
Significance: The presence of anti-HCV indicates that an individual may have been infected with HCV, may harbor infectious HCV, and/or may be capable of transmitting HCV infection. HCV infection may develop into chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and/or increased risk of hepatocellular carcinoma. For specimens with detected HCV antibodies, an HCV viral load is reflexively performed to evaluate for active infection.
Special Instructions: If Hep C Ab is positive, reflex to PCR will be added along with charges for CPT 87522; Hep C PCR is performed Wed & Friday

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