Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD24622Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hepatitis A Antibody, Total
Also known as: HAV Antibody, HAV Total
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
HAV antibody indicates prior or acute infection with, or immunization to, Hepatitis A virus.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
Total antibody to hepatitis A virus (IgG and IgM)
AnalyteTotal HAV antibody • Other • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red top tube in a plastic vial
Collection Instructions
Centrifuge and separate serum from cells within 4 hours of collection
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Ambient (18–24°C): 14 days |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated (2–8°C): 14 days |
| Frozen | Frozen (–20°C or colder): 30 days |