This test is intended for monitoring HCV viral loads in patients with known HCV infection.
For diagnosis of new HCV infections, order "Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Antibody, IgG with Reflex to HCV Molecular Detection, Quantitative".
Specimen Type
Blood
Container
Plasma Prepared Tube
Collection Instructions
Specimen must arrive same day as drawn. Container/Tube: Plasma preparation tube (PPT), Lavender-top (EDTA) tube, and Gold top tube Specimen: 2.5 mL plasma or serum ( 0.75 mL min) Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: 4 Hours Room Temperature 3 Days Refrigerated 60 Days frozen Serum or Plasma (EDTA) may be used, freshly drawn whole blood may be held for 4 hours at room temperature. Strongly suggest keeping specimens refrigerated during transport. Note: If requesting multiple tests on the specimen, please submit a separate specimen for each test requested
Transport Instructions
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
4 Hours Room Temperature 3 Days Refrigerated 60 Days frozen Serum or Plasma (EDTA) may be used, freshly drawn whole blood may be held for 4 hours at room temperature. Strongly suggest keeping specimens refrigerated during transport. Note: If requesting mu
Methodology
Abbott Alinity m HCV Quant Assay by RT-PCR Note: This test is intended for monitoring HCV antiviral therapy. For diagnosis, use the Hepatitis C antibody test which reflexes to HCV RNA qualitative confirmatory test if reactive.
