Hepatitis C RNA (Viral Load)
| Test Name | Hepatitis C RNA (Viral Load & Genotyping) |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | HEPCRNA |
| Specimen Type |
Serum |
| Collection Container | SST |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information |
This test must have a Liver profile complete prior to sending.
Complete the HEP C Viral Load Form |
| Test Schedule |
Monday thru Friday send-out |
| Routine Turnaround Time | 7 days |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval |
Includes HepC RNA Qualitative (Genotyping) and Hep C RNA Quantitative (Viral Load) and also includes a Hepatic Panel |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes | Must send the Hepatic Panel results when sending out. |
| Storage and Transport | HEPC RNA- separate within 4 hours, minimum of 2.5mls of serum, send frozen to PHL. |
| Test Referred To | Offsite, Reference Lab |
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The Brantford General
200 Terrace Hill Street
Brantford, ON
N3R 1G9
519-751-5544
The Willett, Paris
238 Grand River St. North
Paris, ON
N3L 2N7
519-442-2251
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