Test Category: Microbiology
Investigation Name:Hepatitis B Titre
Alias or Abbreviation:Hep B titre
Pathology Laboratory:Microbiology Ext 88257
Requestable Seperately?No
Part of Profile:HBVT
Tests in Profile:HBsAb
Units:n/a
Minimum Sample Volume:5-10ml
Expected Turnaround Time:48 hrs
Test Code:HBVT
Sample Type:
Serum Gel Tube (Gold top)Complex Reference Range:A titre of <10 is considered no response, 10-100 is a poor response and requires booster in 3 years, titre >100 is considered a good response and requires a booster 5 years after primary course. If consistantly no response after booster then testing for Hep B Core Ab is advised to rule out past infection.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:If delay in transport to laboratory please store in fridge. This test is processed each day during the normal working week.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
