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Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (Blood)

Alternate Names
Hep B, Hepatitis B Surface Ab
Test Code
HBSAB
Testing Laboratory
Biochemistry - Serology
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

-

Collection Instructions

Can combine with other Biochemistry tests requiring same tube type.

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume
5mL
Add On Test Suitability

This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.

Container ID
S, SP
CSR Instructions

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions

  • This test is qualitative only (i.e. Positive/negative/equivocal). If a request is for quantitative serology, please refer to Hepatitis B Quantitative Serology (HBVQS)
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes