PCR quantitative detection of HBV particles in plasma as an indicator of viral replication. Significant for initiation and monitoring of interferon therapy.
Tube
EDTA Samples.
ID
3642.
Availability
Mon – Fri, 9:00am – 5:00pm. Urgent out-of-hours requests must be discussed with the on call virologist.
Additional information
Test should not be requested as a screening test for Hep B infection – please see serology tests.
Turn around
7 days.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Collection Con
Samples should be received in the laboratory without delay. External requestors should centrifuge samples and send plasma sample if delay in receipt is expected.
IP Routine TAT
7 days.
GP Routine TAT
7 days.