Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD14078Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hepatitis Be Antigen
Also known as: HBe Antigen
Clinical Use
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This test detects the presence of Hepatitis B e antigen (HBeAg) in serum, which indicates active viral replication and high infectivity status in patients with hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It is clinically useful for assessing infectivity and monitoring treatment response.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
HBeAg
ProteinHBeAg • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1–2 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red Top (No Additive) tube
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; Grossly lipemic; Plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 Days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |