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Test Code
HIBB
Test Name
Haemophilus influenzae B, IgG
CPT Codes
86317
Expected Turnaround Time
2 - 4 days
Clinical Utility

This assay is for the in vitro measurement of specific IgG antibodies against Haemophilus influenzae.
Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Serum

Collection Container: Gold Top, Serum Separator

Alternate Collection Container: Red Top, Plain

Desired Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions
  1. Collect a gold top, serum separator tube via venipuncture.
Processing and Submission Instructions
  1. Separate serum from cells.
  2. Transfer 1 mL of serum to a clear aliquot tube (screw cap).
Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated. 
Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

3 days

Refrigerated

7 days

Frozen

14 days

Freeze/Thaw Cycles

 Stable x3
Causes for Rejection
  • Contaminated specimen
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay
Reference Intervals

See patient report.
Alternate Names
  • Haemophilus influenzae B Profile, IgG
  • HIB
Reference Lab
Labcorp Of America Holdings
Testing Schedule
Routine, 4 times per week
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