Hepatitis E, Blood

Department

Microbiology - Serology

Delphic Registration Code

HEPE

Turnaround Time

3 weeks

Test Code

2336

Specimen Type

• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Serum (Red Cap)

Acceptable

• Serum (Red Cap)
• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10.0

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

5.0

No of Samples Required

1

Pre-testing Requirements

Please include clinical history with reference to any overseas travel to endemic regions. HEV has been found in pig populations in NZ however travel to HEV endemic areas remains the significant risk factor. Differential consideration of Hepatitis A infection is also advised.

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Serum

Minimum Volume (ml)

1.0

Transport to Lab

Chilled (2 - 8 degrees Celsius)
If overnight - Chilled (2 - 8 degrees Celsius)

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

Full clinical history with evidence of recent hepatitis required.

Reference Intervals

IgG and IgM Reported as Not Detected or Detected

Test Method

EIA referred to Westmead, NSW

Non-Funded Test Cost

$129.30 (Exclusive of GST)

Referred to Westmead, NSW
Australia will not test without full clinical history with evidence of recent hepatitis

Contact Information

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