CPT 4 Code: 86705

Test Order Mnemonic: HBCM

Lab: Serology

Request Form: Microbiology/Serology

Collection: Routine venipuncture, SST (serum separator tube)

Causes for Rejection: Gross hemolysis, lipemia, specimens containing particulate matter, heat-inactivated specimens

Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at Sample Management, 5.136 McCullough.

Turnaround Time: 24-72 hours

Special Instructions: This test is suggested for work-up of acute or chronic hepatitis. If the patient has previously been positive, it is recommended to wait three months before testing again. If the patient has no detectable antibody, it is recommended to wait at least three months before testing again. Tests on samples collected less than three months from the initial results will be cancelled, unless approved by a Microbiology Director or their designee.

Recommended tests to determine acute hepatitis (see note) are: Hepatitis A virus antibody IgM, Hepatitis B Surface antigen, Hepatitis B Core antibody IgM and Hepatitis C virus antibody.
NOTE: Limited Coverage Test (NCD)

Recommended tests to determine chronic hepatitis are: Hepatitis B Surface antigen, Hepatitis B Core antibody IgM and Hepatitis C virus antibody.

Specimen: Blood

Volume: 2 ml serum

Minimum Volume: 1 ml serum

Container: SST (gel barrier)

Reference Ranges: Negative

Test Method: Automated EIA