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HelpTest Code HBPSA Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Prenatal, Serum
Necessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Useful For
Identifying previous exposure to hepatitis B virus
Determining adequate immunity from hepatitis B vaccination
Testing Algorithm
Hepatitis B: Testing Algorithm for Screening, Diagnosis, and Management
Special Instructions
Method Name
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CIA)
Reporting Name
HBs Antibody Prenatal, SerumSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 6 days | |
| Frozen | 90 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIBODY
Unvaccinated: negative
Vaccinated: positive
HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIBODY, QUANTITATIVE
Unvaccinated: < 5.0 mIU/mL
Vaccinated: ≥12.0 mIU/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 2 daysPerforming Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86706
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HBPSA | HBs Antibody Prenatal, Serum | 5193-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HBSU4 | HBs Antibody, S | 10900-9 |
| HBSU5 | HBs Antibody, Quantitative, S | 5193-8 |