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Hepatitis B Virus DNA Blood Test, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR

A Hepatitis B Virus DNA Blood Test, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR is used as an aid in the management of patients with chronic HBV infection undergoing antiviral therapy.


Test Code: 551610

CPT Code: 87517

Also Known As:

Methodology:

cobas® HBV for use on the cobas® 6800/8800 system

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

No special preparation required.

Test Results:

3-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Sample Report

Test Code: 8369

CPT Code: 87517

Also Known As:

Methodology:

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation:

No special preparation required.

Test Results:

5-7 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Hepatitis B is an STD that is caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV).

Symptoms of Hepatitis B are:

  • appetite loss
  • low-grade fever
  • muscle and joint aches
  • nausea and vomiting
  • yellow skin 
  • dark urine due to jaundice

It can be transmitted through sexual intercourse, sharing needles, and from mother to child. The severity of the disease ranges from mild or acute symptoms to more long-term and severe cases that can cause liver disease or liver cancer. The Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for those who have not been previously vaccinated.

This test detects hepatitis B viral genetic material and can detect an active HBV infection. Its primary use is to monitor antiviral therapy in patients with chronic HBV infections. 

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