Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) Total Antibody
Hepatitis D virus (HDV) is an incomplete RNA virus that requires the helper function of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) envelope proteins (HBSAg) to replicate. The presence of HDV antibodies indicates exposure to HDV, but does not distinguish acute or chronic HDV infection. Typically the disappearance of HDV antibodies is indicative of resolution of infection. The assay method is a competitive ELISA utilizing recombinant HDV antigen.
ProcedureThe HDV total antibody ELISA is a competitive immunoassay. Anti-HDV antibodies, if present, compete with HRP-conjugated polyclonal anti-HDV antibodies for recombinant HDV antigen adsorbed to the microtiter plate. This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Eurofins Viracor. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Results should be used in conjunction with clinical findings, and should not form the sole basis for a diagnosis or treatment decision.
1-5 business days from receipt of specimen
| Specimen Type | Test Code | CPT Code | NY Approved | Volume | Assay Range | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| serum | 99202 | 86692 | Yes | 2 mL |
Qualitative. (Negative/Equivocal/Positive) |
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Qualitative. (Negative/Equivocal/Positive).
ShippingShip Monday through Friday. Friday shipments must be labeled for Saturday delivery. All specimens must be labeled with patient's name and collection date. A Eurofins Viracor test requisition form must accompany each specimen. Multiple tests can be run on one specimen. Ship specimens FedEx Priority Overnight® to: Eurofins Viracor, 18000 W 99th St. Ste, #10, Lenexa, KS 66219.
Causes for RejectionSpecimens beyond their acceptable length of time from collection as listed in the specimen handling, or specimen types other than those listed. Hemolyzed and lipemic samples will be reported with a cautionary comment.
Specimens are approved for testing in New York only when indicated in the Specimen Information field above. The CPT codes provided are based on Eurofins Viracor's interpretation of the American Medical Association's Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes and are provided for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Questions regarding coding should be addressed to your local Medicare carrier. Eurofins Viracor assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes illustrated in this material.