Hepatitis Panel, Acute with Reflex to HBsAg Confirmation and Reflex to HCV by Quantitative NAAT
Also known as: HEPACUTEQR
Use
This test is the preferred panel for evaluating symptomatic patients for viral hepatitis. It includes tests for HAV IgM, HBV core antibody IgM, HBV surface antigen, and HCV antibody, with reflex to HCV by quantitative NAAT when needed. It helps in diagnosing Hepatitis A, B, and C infections in patients with acute symptoms, aiding in determining the etiological agent responsible for the infection.
Special Instructions
Order this panel when the patient has had clinical acute hepatitis of unknown origin for less than six months. If results for HBsAg are repeatedly reactive with an index value between 1.00 and 50.00, then HBsAg Confirmation will be added. If the anti-HCV IgG antibody result is positive, then Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) by Quantitative NAAT will be added. Additional charges apply.
Limitations
This assay should not be used for blood donor screening, associated re-entry protocols, or for screening Human Cells, Tissues and Cellular and Tissue-Based Products (HCT/P). The test is primarily intended for evaluating symptomatic cases of hepatitis and may not provide definitive results for chronic or inactive infections. False positives may occur in certain cases, and clinical correlation is required to interpret test results correctly.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 48767-8
- 5196-1
- 24113-3
- 13950-1
- 57006-9
- 13955-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Volume
2.5 mL
Container
ARUP standard transport tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer the serum to a dedicated ARUP transport tube for testing.
Causes for Rejection
Heparinized plasma, specimens containing particulate material, heat-inactivated, severely hemolyzed, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 12 hours |
| Refrigerated | 6 days |
| Frozen | 2 months (avoid freeze/thaw cycles) |