Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD15844Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) Antibody (IgM)
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) infection occurs only in association with Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) infection. A positive result for HDV IgM indicates either recent HDV infection or chronic HDV infection with IgM persistence.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Hemolyzed, visibly hyperlipemic, icteric, and contaminated samples must be avoided as they may generate false results. Body fluids other than serum are not acceptable.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
HDV IgM Antibody
ProteinEIA • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed • Visibly hyperlipemic • Icteric and suspected contaminated samples must be avoided; body fluids other than serum are not acceptable
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |