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Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Genotype

Order Code
551710
CPT
87912
Test Details
Synonyms

HBV Subtype

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification and DNA sequencing

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Identifies HBV genotype. Guides treatment response and disease progression.

Specimen Type

Plasma or Serum

Volume

1.2 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube, yellow-top (ACD) tube or lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen Contact Technical Support
Order Code
551710
CPT
87912
Test Details
Synonyms

HBV Subtype

TAT

14 days

Methodology

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification and DNA sequencing

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Identifies HBV genotype. Guides treatment response and disease progression.

Specimen Type

Plasma or Serum

Volume

1.2 mL

Specimen Container

Gel-barrier tube, yellow-top (ACD) tube or lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen Contact Technical Support