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Hepatitis B Virus Drug Resistance & BCP/Precore Mutations (New test)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | HBVDRG |
| Test group | HBV |
| Performed by | Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | PCR and Sequencing |
| Collection Instructions | This test can only be performed reliably on specimens with a viral load of at least 600 IU/mL. Transport as soon as possible to laboratory for processing |
| Container type | Red top, Gold top, Lavender top |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum, or EDTA plasma |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL |
| Min. Volume | 0.3 mL |
| Processing notes | Serum: Allow blood to clot, centrifuge and aliquot within 2 hours of collection. Freeze aliquot. Plasma: centrifuge and aliquot within 2 hours of collection. Freeze aliquot. Transport frozen to China Basin |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | HBV |
| Stability | Room temperature 3 days, refrigerated 1 week, frozen 1 month. |
| Turn around times | 10-12 days |
| Additional information | This test can only be performed reliably on specimens with a viral load of at least 600 IU/mL. |
| CPT coding | 83891-90, 83894-90, 83900-90, 83904-90, 83912-90 |
| Last Updated | 2/13/2013 6:47:48 PM |
| Entry Number | 1503 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667