HBV Viral Load
13 days
Quantitative test: cobas(R) HBV for use with cobas(R) 6800/8800 system Genotype test (reflex): Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification and DNA sequencing
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Quantifies HBV DNA and reflexes to genotype testing for treatment planning.
Plasma or Serum
3 mL
Red-top tube, gel-barrier tube or lavender-top (EDTA) tube
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Frozen | Contact Technical Support |