Specimen: 2 mL (1 mL min.) Serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Stability (Room): 2 hrs
Stability (Refrigerated): 1 week
Stability (Frozen): 2 weeks
Method: CMIA
Comment:
Price: Contact Medilab
Turnaround time (TAT): 2 hrs
Usage: HCV is the most common cause of Post transfusion hepatitis. HCV antibodies usually appear in the late convalescent stage >6 months after onset of infection. This assay is the screening test for resolved or chronic HCV.
Specialty: Gastroenterologist
Disease: Disorders of Liver
Components:
Courier Charges:
Home Collection: Available
Department:
Pre-test Information: No special preparation required