Hepatitis B Genotype

Test Code: TD_5781
CPT Code(s): 87912

$600

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Hepatitis B resistance

Test Includes

Hepatitis B Genotype

Methodology

PCR/nucleic acid sequencing

Rejection Criteria

Clotted samples
Whole blood
Heparin plasma

Reference Range(s)

By report

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

EDTA (lavender top) tube

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL plasma or serum

Sample Stability

After separation from cells:
3 days room temperature
1 week refrigerated
6 weeks frozen

Transport Temperature

Frozen

Collection Instructions

2 mL EDTA plasma. Centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Remove plasma and transfer to a plastic transport tube. Clearly label tube as EDTA plasma. Freeze. Viral load is required
When multiple tests are ordered, submit separate tube for this test.

Alternative Specimen

2 mL serum. Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Transfer serum to a plastic transport tube. Clearly label tube as serum. Freeze. Viral load is required.
When multiple tests are ordered, submit separate tube for this test.