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HelpTest Code HEP C Hepatitis C Antibody Screen, Serum
Additional Codes
LAB2375
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Gold Top / Serum Separator / Additive Free
Acceptable Specimens
Serum:
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Plasma:
- Light Geen Top (Lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
Nonreactive
Reportable Units
Reactive/Nonreactive
Result Interpretation
Nonreactive: Antibodies to HCV were not detected; this does not exclude the possibility of exposure to HCV.
Reactive: This test is intended as a screen only. A reactive result indicates presumptive evidence of antibodies to HCV. The specimen will be forwarded to Mayo Medical Laboratories for confirmatory testing.
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | 1000 mg/dL |
| Icterus Threshold | 66 mg/dL |
| Lipemia Threshold | 2000 mg/dL |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 21 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | 3 months |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: within 60 minutes of arrival in lab Routine: within 4 hours of arrival in lab |
| Stat Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Chemistry |
| Methodology/Method Description | Roche Coba |
CPT Codes
86803
Last review/edit date
2025