Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, Quantitative, Monitoring (Not for Diagnosis)
Test Code
94333
87467
Clinical Significance
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, Quantitative, Monitoring (Not for Diagnosis) - Quantitative measurement of HBsAg may be used to confirm ongoing HBV replication and monitor responses to antiviral therapy. Published studies support the viewpoint that repeatedly low to undetectable HBsAg values are a good predictor of sustained viral clearance. This test should be used on individuals previously diagnosed with hepatitis B infection by qualitative HBsAg testing.
Test Resources
Test Details
Methodology
Immunometric Immunoassay
Reference Range(s)
<0.05 IU/mL
Alternative Name(s)
HBsAg Quantitative
Preferred Specimen(s)
2 mL serum
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room temperature: 7 days
- Refrigerated: 14 days
- Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria
Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Samples other than serum
Setup Schedule
2 mL serum
1 mL
Transport tube
Room temperature
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Samples other than serum