Description
Also known as:
Hepatitis B Testing
HBV Tests
Hep B Test
Anti-HBs
Hepatitis B Surface Antibody
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
HBeAg
Hepatitis B e Antigen
Anti-HBc
Hepatitis B Core Antibody
IgM anti-HBe
Hepatitis B e Antibody
HBV DNA
HBsAg test is for people suffering from:
Symptoms of Hepatitis B
Main purpose of the HBsAg test:
To diagnose Hepatitis B
To assess the severity of Hepatitis B and to determine whether a person has immunity to this disease.
Sample Required:
Blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm or hand
Test Preparation Required:
Review of ongoing medications by the doctor to check for any medications that may impact HBsAg levels
