HEPATITIS-B SURFACE ANTIBODY / ANTI HBs ANTIBODY / HBs ANTIBODY TITRE

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    Sample Required Serum

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    Preperations Required No specific preparation required

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    Gender Male & Female

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    Age Group 0 - 99 Years

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    Collection AtHome & Lab

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    1 Observations included

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HEPATITIS-B SURFACE ANTIBODY / ANTI HBs ANTIBODY / HBs ANTIBODY TITRE

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Overview

It is quantitative determination of antibody to hepatitis B surface antigen (anti-HBs) in human serum and palsma.

What is Hepatitis-b Surface Antibody / Anti Hbs Antibody / Hbs Antibody Titre ?

It is the quantitative determination of Antibodies to Hepatitis B surface Antigen (Anti-HBs) in human Serum and Plasma.

What is the Cost of Hepatitis-b Surface Antibody / Anti Hbs Antibody / Hbs Antibody Titre

The Price of an Anti HBs Test is Rs. 800. However, cost of the test may fluctuate depending on following factors:
  • Other tests advised along with Anti HBs Test
  • Offers or discounts
  • Empanelment of the patient

What is the Purpose of the Hepatitis-b Surface Antibody / Anti Hbs Antibody / Hbs Antibody Titre ?

Anti HBs Test is advised to for following analysis:
  • Screening for HBV: The goal of screening tests is to identify a disease before symptoms appear. Since many Hepatitis B patients don't exhibit any symptoms, screening for the illness allows for early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of unintentionally infecting others. If your risk of catching hepatitis B is high, you might undergo such screening.
  • Diagnosing and evaluating HBV infection: If you are currently infected with Hepatitis B, this test can determine whether the infection is acute or chronic, and if it is contagious.
  • Assessing past HBV Infection and future Immunity:Hepatitis B tests can determine whether your immunity to the Virus is a result of receiving an HBV vaccination or of recovering from an earlier infection. Testing for hepatitis B can also be used to determine who is more vulnerable to HBV reactivation and to evaluate whether vaccinations successfully produced immunity.
  • Monitoring HBV infections: Following a diagnosis of Hepatitis B, testing may be necessary to track the illness, identify complications, and evaluate a patient's reaction to Therapy.

When is the Hepatitis-b Surface Antibody / Anti Hbs Antibody / Hbs Antibody Titre Recommended ?

For some populations with a higher Risk of Infection, Hepatitis B testing is advised as a means of screening for HBV. A Hepatitis B screening could be helpful if you:
  • Are pregnant
  • Didn’t receive a hepatitis B vaccine
  • Are HIV-positive
  • Use injectable drugs
  • Are at risk of HBV infection due to sexual exposure
Based on your symptoms, medical and family history, as well as a physical examination, a doctor may prescribe Hepatitis testing. When results from other tests assessing Liver health are abnormal, Hepatitis tests may also be run as follow-up investigations. When someone exhibits symptoms that may be related to hepatitis B, testing is frequently performed. Hepatitis B symptoms include:
  • Fever
  • Dark urine
  • Fatigue
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Gray- or clay-colored stools
  • Pain in the joints or abdomen
  • Yellowish skin and eyes

Preparation for Hepatitis-b Surface Antibody / Anti Hbs Antibody / Hbs Antibody Titre

  • Unless otherwise directed by your doctor, there is no need for you to make any special preparations before the Anti HBs Test. 
  • Other blood tests can be carried out in addition to an Anti HBs Test. If your doctor advises you to have multiple tests at once, they may ask you to fast for a specific period of time prior to a blood test.
  • Drink adequate water before sample collection.
  • Avoid vigorous physical activity before the sample collection.
  • Follow the preparatory instructions as guided by your doctor.
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