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Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (Blood)

Alternate Names
Hep B, Hepatitis B Surface Ab
Test Code
HBSAB
Testing Laboratory
Biochemistry
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