Serological assay for detection of IgM antibodies to hepatitis B virus core antigen. To detect acute infection in jaundiced patients.
Tube
Red top, black ring. Serum sample
ID
3710
Availability
Urgent out of hours requests must be discussed with on call virologist
Turn around
10 days
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con
Min volume 5 ml
IP Routine TAT
10 days
GP Routine TAT
10 days