Hepatitis B Core Antibody Blood Test, IgM

A Hepatitis B Core Antibody Blood Test, IgM, measures HBcAb which is an antibody produced in response to the core-antigen, a component of the Hepatitis B virus.

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Test Code: 016881

CPT Code: 86705

Also Known As: Anti-HBc, IgM, Antibody to Hepatitis B Core Antigen, IgM, HBcAb, IgM.

Methodology: Immunochemiluminometric assay (ICMA)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No fasting required. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.

Test Results: 1-2 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Test Code: 4848

CPT Code: 86705

Also Known As: Anti-HBc, IgM, Antibody to Hepatitis B Core Antigen, IgM, HBcAb, IgM.

Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No fasting required. Stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection.

Test Results: 1-2 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

HBcAb is not a protective antibody and is usually present in those chronically infected with Hepatitis B. A positive or reactive HBcAb indicates a past or present infection or could be a false positive. Interpretation of the result depends on Hepatitis B surface antibody and Hepatitis B surface antigen.

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Hepatitis B Core Antibody Blood Test, IgM

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