Hepatitis Panel, Acute

Label Mnemonic:	HEPP
Epic code:	LAB786
Order form:	Laboratory Requisition
Supply order:	Supply Order Form
Billing:	Billing Policies
CPT code:	80074

Specimen(s):

Plasma

Collection Medium:

Plasma Separator Tube 4.5 mL

Alternate Collection Media:

Call laboratory for additional acceptable specimen collection containers.

Minimum:

3 mL whole blood from light green top tube or THREE Microtainer^® devices for pediatric patients.

Testing Schedule:

0700-1530 Monday through Friday.

Turn Around Time:

1 hour (upon receipt in laboratory)

Reference Range:

Refer to individual components.

Comments:

Follow the sample processing instructions in order to limit the preanalytical variables which can effect results. Contact Client Services Staff at 319-384-7212 if you need assistance.

Please print, complete and submit the Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) along with the Laboratory Requisition before shipping the specimen.

Methodology:

Refer to individual components.

Sample Processing:

Centrifuge at a speed and time necessary to get barrier separation of plasma/serum and cells.
Separate plasma or serum into labeled container and cap.
Label transport tube with two patient identifiers, date and time of collection.

Sample Storage:

Refrigerate.

Transport Instructions:

Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place completed requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.

See also:
Hepatitis A Antibody-IgM, Plasma
Hepatitis B Core Antibody, IgM, Plasma
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, Plasma
Hepatitis C Virus Antibody, Plasma