Hepatitis B DNA (PCR)
| Test Name | Hepatitis B DNA (PCR) Viral Load |
| Alternate Name(s) | HBV genotype testing, HBV DNA viral load Hep B DNA |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | HEPBDNA |
| Specimen Type |
Serum |
| Collection Container | Yellow / SST 5mL |
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| Storage and Transport | Specimen handling: 3 ml of Serum Sample must be separated from clot and frozen within 4 hrs of collection. |
| Test Referred To | Offsite, Reference Lab |
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