Hepatitis B Surface Ab (HBS)
Department: Virology
Test Synonym(s): LAB472, HBSAB, HBS, Hepatitis B Surface Antibody, Hepatitis B Virus Surface Antibody
CPT Codes: 86706
Methodology: CMIA
Reference Range: Nonreactive (Negative)
Tube Type: Red top (no gel)
Specimen: Serum only
Pediatric Requirements: 2 red top microtainers
Volume: 150 uL serum
Minimum Volume: 1 red top (Pediatric = 2 red top microtainers)
Temperature: Allow to clot, store refrigerated (2-8 C)
Stability: Room temperature: 3 days; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: N/A
Reasons for Rejection: Same assay within 4 days, obvious microbial contamination
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Morning and afternoon
TAT: 2 hours to 2.5 days
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