Department
Immunology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
HCV
Test Code (Numeric Code)
0927
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Waitakere prefers SST
Sample Stability
21 days
Synonyms
HCV Antibody
Hepatitis C Screen
Turnaround Time
1 day
Specimen Type
- Plasma
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain (Red Top)
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
1
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Lithium Heparin PST- Gel (Light Green Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain (Red Top)
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.4
Last updated: 11/08/2025