Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD79509Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hepatitis B Virus DNA, Quantitative PCR with Reflex to HBV Genotype
Also known as: Hep B DNA PCR Quant, HBV DNA PCR QT, Hep B Viral Load, Quantitative PCR, HBV Resistance
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Quantitative measurement of Hepatitis B virus DNA to monitor chronic HBV infection and antiviral therapy response; reflex to HBV genotype performed if indicated.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
2 components
Quantitative HBV DNA • PCRHBV Genotype (reflex) • PCR
Result Turnaround Time
9-11 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
2 mL (1.4 mL minimum) each of two tubes
Minimum Volume
1.4 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender‑top) tube
Collection Instructions
Preferred: plasma collected in each of two separate EDTA (lavender‑top) tubes; Acceptable: serum collected in each of two separate tubes
Causes for Rejection
Unspun PPT tube; heparinized samples