Anti hepatitis b surface antigen - total Test and its Function
First cell markers and early indicators of HBV infection appears many weeks prior to clinical symptoms. Its levels peak as symptoms appear and drop 6 months post-infection, or when infection resolves. If HBV infection doesn’t resolve, they reoccur/get detected at later stages of life.
Conditions that may require Anti hepatitis b surface antigen - total Test
HSAG Test is prescribed to
>> Individuals first diagnosed with liver infections or affected fromcurrent/prior HBV infection
>> Individuals with symptoms of:
> Nausea and appetite loss
> Muscle and abdominal pain
> Jaundice with yellowing of skin and eyes
> Dark-coloured urine
> Children born to HBV infected mothers
> Individuals in close contact or having sexual contact with an affected
> Those sharing needles for intravenous (IV) or drug use
> Healthcare personnel working in areas exposed to the virus
> Donors of blood and organ transplantation
Other Hepatitis B Confirmatory Tests
HSAG test results are interpreted based on the results of an overall Hepatitis panel and Liver function tests.
Significance of HSAG Test
>> Detects a recent or long-standing HBV infection.
>> Aids in classification and management of HBV infection.
>> Assesses liver health.
Thyrocare offers comprehensive Hepatitis Profiles which provides diagnostic testing for HSAG at affordable rates using the state-of-the-art automation and robust Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) technology.
Anti hepatitis b surface antigen - total Test Procedure
The Anti hepatitis b surface antigen – total Test is a simple blood test that can be performed in a laboratory. Before the test, the patient may be asked to avoid certain medications that may affect the results. During the test, our healthcare professional will use a needle to draw blood from a vein in the patient’s arm. The blood sample will then be sent to our laboratory for analysis.
Interpreting Anti hepatitis b surface antigen - total Test Results
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How much does Anti hepatitis b surface antigen - total Test cost?
The Anti hepatitis b surface antigen – total Test cost is Rs.870, although it is now available for Rs.834 because of the offer.
