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| Organization: | Sub-Page | ||
| Test Name/Synonym: | Hepatitis C Virus Serology - 3rd Party (Synonym: HCV Serology, HCV Antibodies, HCVAB) | ||
| Pathogen: | Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) | ||
| Ordering Alert: | 3rd party testing is available for approved APL 3rd party clients only (Hepatitis C Virus Serology - 3rd Party LAB10203) | ||
| LABID (Connect Care): | LAB10203 | ||
| Primary Container: | Adult: 5 mL GOLD SST Pediatric: 2 mL RED | ||
| Minimum Collection Volume: | 1 mL serum | ||
| Stability and Storage: | Refrigerate | ||
| Processing: | Centrifuge. DO NOT pour off. | ||
| Transportation: | Transport on ice or cold packs | ||
| Method and Interpretation of Results: | All antibody positive results are confirmed automatically with a molecular HCV test. Refer to: Hepatitis C Primary Care Pathway | ||
| Routine Turn Around Time: | 2 days | ||
| Testing Schedule: | Daily | ||
| Testing Area: | Virology | ||
| Performing Site: | Provincial Laboratory for Public Health (Calgary and Edmonton) | ||
| Last Updated On: | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | ||
| Date of Last Review: | Mar 19 2025 12:00AM | ||
