Hepatitis B Core Antibody, Total
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test checks for the presence of Hepatitis B Core Antibody in the blood. It helps in identifying a current or past Hepatitis B infection.
- Hepatitis B Core Antibody, Total
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
Hepatitis B Core Antibody, Total - This test checks for the presence of Hepatitis B Core Antibody in your blood. It helps in identifying a current or past Hepatitis B infection. It's important to note that this test does not differentiate between the types of antibodies (IgG and IgM) that appear at the onset of symptoms or before. These antibodies can remain in the body for years after recovering from the illness and might be the only sign of a Hepatitis B infection.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is particularly useful for individuals who might have been exposed to Hepatitis B or are showing symptoms of the infection. It's also valuable for those who need to confirm past infection or recovery.
What type of sample is required for this test?
1 mL serum. A simple blood draw is needed.
Test Resources https://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ202
2–5 business days
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 1 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Serum separator tube (SST)
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 5 days
- Refrigerated: 14 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria:
- Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
