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HelpTest Code HBCIM Hepatitis Bc Antibody, IgM (Anti-HBc [IgM]), Serum
Additional Codes
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Methodology
Immunoassay
Useful for differentiation between acute and chronic hepatitis B infection when used in conjunction with an anti-HBc (IgG and IgM), for diagnosis of acute hepatitis B infection, and for identifying acute hepatitis B virus infection in the “core window” when hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) and hepatitis Bs antibody (anti-HBs) are negative.
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube or plain Red top
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL of serum
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday-Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86705 (HH Bill Code 0205295)
Reference Values
Negative (reported as Reactive or Negative)
Interpretation depends on clinical setting.