Specimen Requirements

Serum:  Collect blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or a serum gel tube(s). Centrifuge and remove serum from cells within 24 hours and send 1 mL (pediatric: 0.5 mL) of serum refrigerated.

See “Hepatitis Testing Order Flow Sheet” in “Special Instructions” for additional ordering information.

Collection date is required on request form for processing.