Hepatitis B DNA by PCR
| Source |
Blood |
| Mnemonic |
HEPBDNA or PLBL
(CAUTION: PLBL label does not show collection requirements). |
| Specimen Requirements |
2 x 5 mL lavender top EDTA tubes.
Do not collect in same tube with any other test. |
| Specimen Handling |
Do not open tubes, do not centrifuge.
Send as TDG on ice pack. Must reach Provincial Lab within 24 hours of collection, transported at 2-25° C. |
| Additional Information |
Submit completed "HBV DNA PCR (quantitative), HCV RNA PCR (quantitative/qualitative), & HCV Genotyping" Requisition (available at Provincial Laboratory).
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| Testing Location |
Provincial Laboratory |
|
| Testing Frequency |
Weekly |
| Alternate Name(s) |
Hepatitis B Viral Load, Hepatitis B Quantitative Viral Load, Hepatitis B Virus NAT. |
| Reference Interval |
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