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HelpTest Code HEPC Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV), Serum
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Methodology
Immunoassay
Useful as a screening test to detect past or current hepatitis C infections.
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
86803 (HH Bill Code 0205576)
Reference Values
Negative (reported as Reactive or Negative)
All Abnormal results will be confirmed with supplemental testing (currently our Z0099 to Mayo) at an additional charge.
Interpretation depends on clinical setting.