Description
See Also Hepatitis Bc IgM Antibodies, Serum ,
Hepatitis Bs Antigen (HBsAg), Serum
and Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) DNA Quantitative, PCR
Indications
The detection of total HBcAb indicates current or past exposure to HBV. IgG anti-HBc appears shortly after HBsAg among persons with acute disease and generally persists for life.
Sample Type, Quantity & Conditions
1 ml Serum 1 ml K2, K3-EDTA, Li, Na-Heparin, Sodium Citrate, or Potassium Oxalate Plasma Stability: 3 Days at 15-30 °C 14 Days at 2-8 °C > 14 Days at -20 °C
Special Precautions
Avoid grossly haemolysed samples.
Normal Range
S/CO Non-Reactive: > 1.00 Reactive: ≤ 1.00
