Hepatitis Be Antigen
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Information
The HBe antigen assay, in conjunction with other serological and clinical information, can be used for the determination and management of chronic hepatitis B infection. This assay should not be used for the diagnosis of acute Hepatitis B infection.
Synonyms: HBeAg, HBV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis B e-antigen.
Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Specimen Required
SST, Serum. Volume 1 (0.5) mL. Stability: Room temperature – 7 days, Refrigerated – 14 days, Frozen – 30 days.
CPT Code(s)
87350