Hepatitis B virus - YMDD Mutation Detection
Test Identifier Information | |
| Registration Code | YMDD |
| Method | Sequence analysis. |
| External Price | $374.55(Exclusive of GST) |
Specimen Collection | |
| Specimen Collection Protocols | Centrifuge EDTA whole blood at 800-1600xg (rcf) or 3500rpm for 20 minutes at room temperature within 4 hours of collection. In a biohazard cabinet: Transfer plasma aseptically using sterile pipettes provided into a yellow topped Serology tube supplied by CHLabs. Half fill two tubes. Wear gloves at all times. |
| Patient Specimen | EDTA blood, separated within 4 hours,see above |
| Paediatric Specimen | A minimum of 2 mL of plasma required |
| Sample Delivery to Lab | 4°C on melting ice or chilly pad |
Instructions for Referral to CHLabs | |
| Aliquot Instructions | Please do not aliquot. |
| Aliquot Transport to CHL | Please do not aliquot. |
CHLabs Laboratory | |
| Department | Microbiology-Virology |
| Contact Details |
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| Contact Phone Number | (03) 364 0356 | x80356 |
| Test Availability | Sent to LabPlus. |
| Turnaround Time | 2 - 4 weeks. |
| Additional Information | Full clinical details are essential. The antiviral therapy adefovir is now funded by Pharmac (May 2006), and will be available to patients that have resistance to lamivudine. Long term use of lamivudine may be associated with HBV YMDD mutation. |
| Delphic Number Test Number | 7854 |
