HEPATITIS DELTA ANTIBODY (Anti-HDV), IgM
| Hepatitis D occurs in patients infected with HBV. Presence of Hepatitis D antibody and HBsAg indicate a coinfection. Patients with Hepatitis D are more likely to develop fulminant hepatitis and chronic hepatitis |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Same day |
HEPATITIS DELTA ANTIBODY (Anti-HDV), IgM
| Test Code | H-40 |
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| Test Description | **HEPATITIS DELTA ANTIBODY (Anti-HDV), IgM |
| Clinical Category | LIVER DISORDERS |
| Sample | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum |
| Method/Technology | Enzyme Immunoassay |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |