Hepatitis D antibody
Detection of both IgG and IgM antibodies to Hepatitis Delta Antigen in the serum of infected patients. Anti-HD can be detected in high titres in HbsAg chronic carriers (superinfection) and at lower levels in patients with acute infections (coinfection)
| Tube | Red top, Yellow ring. Serum sample |
|---|---|
| ID | 3715 |
| Additional Information | Infection with Hepatitis D virus requires presence of Hepatitis B virus |
| Turn Around | 9 days |
| Send to | LGI Microbiology Department |
| Collection Con | Min volume 4ml |
| IP Routine TAT | 9 days |
| GP Routine TAT | 9 days |
