| (Microbiology) |
| Investigations | Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Hepatitis IgM testing is only indicated in patients with acute significant transaminitis, i.e. ALT>500 Serology Tests HAV total antibody (IgM and IgG) |
Inform lab before sending | No | Specimen type | Clotted blood: 5ml Clot activator and separation gel (GOLD CAPPED) container. |
Ideal time to take specimen | Labelling requirements | click here | How to take the specimen | Transport to the laboratory | If transport is delayed then store at +4°C | Test Times | Daily | Turnround | 3 working days | Additional information |
| Additional Examination Requests | click here |