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HelpTest Code MISCLM Hepatitis E Virus IgG Antibody, Serum
Additional Codes
| MAYO Test ID |
| HEVG |
| EPIC Test ID |
| LAB2608 |
Reporting Name
HEV IgG Ab, SUseful For
Diagnosis of past exposure to hepatitis E virus
Testing Algorithm
For information see Hepatitis E: Testing Algorithm for Diagnosis and Management.
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum SSTNecessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions (eg, centrifuge within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes).
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum SST | Frozen (preferred) | ||
| Refrigerated | 24 hours | ||
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Wednesday, Friday
CPT Code Information
86790
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HEVG | HEV IgG Ab, S | 49693-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 86211 | HEV IgG Ab, S | 49693-5 |
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Report Available
1 to 7 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following:
-Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request (T728)
-Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916)
-Microbiology Test Request (T244)