Abbreviation: HABT
Specimen Type: Serum or EDTA plasma
Storage Temperature: Refrigerated
Tubes / Containers: SST or Purple top tube (EDTA)
Instrument / Location: RPS
Host Code: YHABT
LOINC: 13951-9
Volume: 0.5 mL serum or plasma
Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL serum or plasma
Tab Assignment: RPS Sendouts
PSPC Testing Schedule: Performed daily / Reported within 24 hrs
Additional Information: Patients should be cautioned to stop using biotin-containing supplements at least 72 hours prior testing. Test includes qualitative detection of all classes of antibodies against Hepatitis A virus.