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HelpTest Code BSABQ Hepatitis B Surface Antibody, qualitative and quantitative, serum (Anti-HBs)
Methodology
Chemiluminometric Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
Munson Medical Center Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Gold-top serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Storage & Stability: 5 days refrigerated at 2 to 8°C
Reference Values
Negative <10.0 mlU/mL
Positive ≥10.0 mIU/mL
Interpretation: Positive hepatitis B surface antibody (antibody level greater than or equal to 10 mIU/mL) indicates recovery from hepatitis B infection, or successful immune response to the hepatitis B vaccine.
Test Priority & Frequency
Non-Emergent
7 Days a Week
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86706