Hepatitis A virus (HAV) antibodies - serum
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| Item | Process |
|---|---|
| Specimen | 5-10 mL blood in plain tube. |
| Method | Immunoassay. |
| Application | Acute hepatitis; detection of previous infection or vaccination. |
| Interpretation | IgM anti-HAV indicates recent infection, but may persist for up to 12 months. IgG anti-HAV provides evidence of previous infection or immunisation. |
| Reference | Feinstone SM and Gust ID. In: Mandell GR et al eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 6th ed. Churchill Livingstone 2005. |