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Test Code LAB868 Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV), Serum

Important Note

Infants born to HCV-infected mothers may have false-reactive HCV antibody test results due to transplacental passage of maternal HCV IgG antibodies. HCV antibody testing is not recommended until at least 18 months of age in these infants.

Additional Codes

CPT Code: 86803

Methodology

Chemiluminescence Immunoassay

If supplemental testing is necessary, it will be ordered at an additional charge.

Performing Laboratory

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Special Chemistry

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: Red tiger-top tube-Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.

Specimen Volume: 2 mL of serum

Reference Values

Nonreactive

Note: Gray-zone reactive and reactive specimens will be submitted to our reference laboratory for supplemental testing at an additional charge.