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Test Order
Test Order
Hepatitis Special Study CDC-10331
Synonym(s)
None
CDC Pre-Approval Needed
Supplemental Information Required
Supplemental Information is listed in the pre-approved Test Request eFile. Contact the CDC POC for additional guidance/relevant information.
Supplemental Form
Test Request eFile
Performed on Specimens from
Human
Acceptable Sample/ Specimen Type for Testing
Serum or EDTA-treated plasma (purple-top)
Minimum Volume Required
0.5 mL or greater for pediatric samples;
1.5 mL or greater for adults
1.5 mL or greater for adults
Collection, Storage, and Preservation of Specimen Prior to Shipping
After collection, specimens may be stored at room temperature (15-25°C) for up to 8 hours or refrigerated (2–8°C) for up to 48 hours. Specimens stored beyond these time points must be frozen at -20 °C or lower. Frozen specimens should undergo no more than one freeze-thaw cycle.
Transport Medium
Not Applicable
Specimen Labeling
Research or surveillance specimens may be labeled according to protocol. Labels should not include personally identifiable information. The results reported should NOT be used for diagnosis, treatment, assessment of health or management of the individual patient.
Shipping Instructions which Include Specimen Handling Requirements
CDC does not accept routine shipments on weekends or holidays. Please make sure packages arrive Monday - Friday.
Ship to:
<Insert CDC Point of Contact>
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
RDSB/STATT Unit 90
1600 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
<Insert CDC Point of Contact's Telephone Number>
All samples must be shipped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
Methodology
Contact the CDC POC for appropriate guidance/relevant information.
Turnaround Time
3 Weeks
Interferences & Limitations
Whole blood and hemolyzed specimens are not acceptable.
Additional Information
None
CDC Points of Contact
Version
2.1
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