Influenza B Abs, CF

Test ID: 

706254

CPT code:

86710

Synonyms:

Influenza B Antibody, Serum

Clinical Use:

used for clinical purposes

Test Information:

Influenza A and B viruses cause seasonal outbreaks of “the flu.” Each winter, approximately 10-20% of the population are infected. Both Type A and B are included in the flu vaccine

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.5 mL

Container Type: 

Transport tube

Storage Instructions:

Room temperature

Stability Requirements:

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Rejection Criteria

Body fluids