Test Code HBSAG Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, Serum

Methodology

Chemiluminescence

Sky Lakes Medical Center-Chemistry

Specimen must arrive in laboratory immediately after draw.

Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube: Two tubes, red top or serum gel

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Specimen Minimum Volume: 1.5 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Date of draw is required.

2. Green-top (heparin) tube is not acceptable.

3. Collect two serum tubes.

Ambient

Negative (reported as positive or negative)
Positives are sent out for confirmation.

Monday through Sunday

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