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Hepatitis C Viral Load

Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:HCVVILO
Specimen Types:Blood
Serum
Container Types:
EDTA 10 mL
SST
Adults Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

This test cannot be Bulk Billed if a Hepatitis C PCR is also requested.  

Only 2 tests per 12 month period can be bulk billed once the patient is on treatment.

Requests for urgent testing must be approved by the Microbiology Unit Head.

Processing Instructions:Unopened Tube
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Fortnightly