Hepatitis B Drug Resistance Genotyping
Test Information
Test Name
Hepatitis B Drug Resistance Genotyping
Synonyms
HBV Drug Resistance Genotyping, YMDD Gene Mutation; Lamivudine resistance
Preferred Specimen
EDTA
Testing Location
Referral
Turn Around Time
2 weeks
Collection Information
Preparation
- Separate within 4 hours of collection, collect close to Courier time if necessary.
Processing Information
Registration Code
HBVG
Notes
- DO NOT share sample, dedicate tube required
- Separate & freeze EDTA plasma within 4 hours
- A current viral load MUST accompany all request for drug resistance genotyping
Site Specific Notes
- Tauranga
Send sample directly to referral laboratory
Methodology
Sample Storage
Fridge
Sample Stability
1 week
External Referral Information
Referral Location
LabPlus (via WHL)
Send Away Transport
Frozen
External Lab Website