Hepatitis A serology (IgG & IgM)
Category | Virology |
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Test background |
Detection of IgM antibodies to hepatitis A virus; this test detects active hepatitis A infection. Detection of IgG antibodies to hepatitis A virus; this test detects past hepatitis A infection or Immunisation. |
Clinical Indications |
Acute jaundice with ALT >300 μ/L and/or raised bilirubin. Please give detailed clinical information, including date of onset/contact with the suspected infection. |
Reference range | Negative |
Sample & container required | RST (rust top) |
Sample volume | 5 mL |
Turnaround time | 3 days |
Notes | The laboratory is currently unaccredited for this test due to a change in platform. |