Serological assay to test vaccine response of individuals previously not infected with hepatitis B. Individuals who have cleared an infection will have positive titres.
Container / Tube
Leeds – Red top, yellow ring. Serum sample.
MYTT – Brown. Serum sample.
Collection Conditions
Min volume 5 ml.
Availability
Urgent out of hours requests must be discussed with on call virologist.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Turnaround Time
5 days – TAT may be increased if this test is requested with a panel of other investigations.
Additional Information
N/A
ID
3712