Category: MOLECULAR CLINICAL PATHOLOGY (PK) | Code: K6201
HBV-DNA, RT-PCR
Function
This test helps in monitoring antiviral therapy in chronic hepatitis B patients. This test measures HBV viral load at baseline and during treatment to help assess the patient's response to treatment.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday | 7 days | Blood EDTA, 2 tab @ 3 mL | Plasma EDTA, 6 mL | 24 hours, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Faeces are collected in faeces pots
Method
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Score Reference
Hepatitis B Virus DNA: Not Detected IU/mL Hepatitis B Virus DNA: Not Detected Log IU/mL