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General
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Clinical Use:
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Confirmatory diagnostic testing for hepatitis A. For routine diagnosis, hepatitis A serology is recommended.
Hepatitis A PCR is performed when hepatitis A IgM is positive, to confirm recent infection. Testing on faeces may also be performed to confirm recent infection in patients with a positive IgM. |
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Availability:
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Testing is performed Monday to Saturday, with results usually available within 48-72h of receipt by the testing lab. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| HAV PCR, |
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Code:
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VHA |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile PCR Container (STERIPCR), |
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Sample Type:
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Whole Blood (EDTA); Serum; Faeces |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Dedicated serum sample required. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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250uL |
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Stability:
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1 week chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Molecular Diagnostics |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4402 |
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Last Updated : 12-12-2023 13:28 |