Hepatitis E virus (HEV) antibodies
Microbiology
Notes
- Hepatitis E IgG/IgM serology is used to look for acute Hepatitis E infection
- Additional confirmatory tests are performed on IgG/IgM positive samples
- Hepatitis E virus investigations are only performed when specifically requested and when appropriate cclinical details are provided
- Sample processing may be delayed if adequate supporting information is not provided
- Suspected infectious hepatitis is a notifiable disease. Click for notification form.
Sample requirements
Serum - paired samples not normally required
8.5ml of blood taken into a plain gel tube
Required information
- Relevant clinical details
- Liver function tests
- Neurological presentations
- Date of sample collection
Storage/transport
Store at fridge temperature
Transport as soon as possible at ambient temperature
Turnaround time
Sent to a Regional Reference Centre
Up to 10 days