Test Overview
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Detection of hepatitis D virus (HDV)-specific total antibodies (combined IgG and IgM) in human serum and diagnosis of concurrent HDV infection in patients with acute hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection (acute coinfection), chronic HBV infection (chronic coinfection), or acute exacerbation of known chronic HBV infection (HDV superinfection).
Negative
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
2 - 8 days
- Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) Antibody, Total
- Hepatitis Delta Virus Antibody
Specimen Requirements
Collect specimen in an SST (preferred) or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial within 24 hours of collection and freeze (preferred) or refrigerate up to 30 days.
1.0 mL serum
0.3 mL serum
Additional Information
If the Hepatitis D Virus total antibodies result is postitive or equivocal, Hepatitis D RNA detection and quantification (HDVQU) will be performed at an addtional chargge. By ordering this test the clinician acknowledges that additional reflex testing will be performed and billed at a separate additional charge if indicated. Test sent to Mayo Clinic Laboratories.