Description
See Also Hepatitis Delta Virus (HDV) Antigen, Serum
Indications
The diagnosis of HDV infection is suspected when finding anti- HDV antibodies in patients who are HBsAg positive. Confirmation of active HDV infection is made by the detection of viral RNA or HDV antigen in serum or liver tissue respectively.
Sample Type, Quantity & Conditions
1 ml Serum Room Temperature
Special Precautions
Normal Range
Negative