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Hepatitis B virus (HBV) real time PCR
EPIC
Hepatitis B PCR/ viral load
Section
Virology
Clinical indications
Quantitative/ qualitative detection of and monitoring of Hepatitis B DNA viral loads
Specimen requirement
5ml EDTA whole blood
Dispatch and handling instructions
Ensure sample reaches laboratory within 24 hours after collection
Turnaround time
48 hours
Synonym
HBV PCR
Is it IS0 15189 accredited?
Yes