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Register NowHepatitis B Virus (HBV) DNA, Quantitative Real-time PCR With Reflex to HBV Genotype*
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CPT Code:
87517. If reflex testing is performed, concomitant CPT codes/charges will apply.
Test Type: 3 mL Plasma or serum, frozen
Overview:
This test quantitates HBV DNA in serum or plasma with reflex to HBV genotype if =500 IU/mL is detected.
The quantitative test has a range of 10 IU/mL to 1,000,000,000 IU/mL. The genotype assay is only triggered when the quantitative test result is =500 IU/mL.
Collection Details:
Collection Instructions:
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube, lavender-top (EDTA) tube, or PPT. Do not use green-top (heparin) or yellow-top (ACD) tube.
Centrifuge sample within six hours of collection. Transfer the serum/plasma to a screw-top polypropylene tube and freeze.