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Microbiology

Notes

  • The information given here is intended for use by healthcare professionals. Please see Lab Tests Online-UK for more general advice, links and background.
  • This test is used to look for acute Hepatitis A infection
  • To test for Hepatitis A immunity, please request Hepatitis A IgG antibodies
  • Suspected infectious hepatitis is a notifiable disease. Click for notification form.
  • This test is part of the following viral screen sets:

Sample requirements

Serum - paired samples not normally required

8.5ml of blood taken into a plain gel tube

5ml gold tube

Required information

  • Relevant clinical details
  • Date of onset
  • Jaundice, abnormal LFTs
  • Travel history

Storage/transport

Store at fridge temperature

Transport as soon as possible at ambient temperature

Turnaround time

3 - 5 days