When to get examined?
If your doctor suspects that you may have a hepatitis B infection, or if you are experiencing symptoms of hepatitis B such as
- Fever
- Muscle pain
- Abdominal pain
- Nauseousness
- Jaundice
- Dark colored urine
- Loss of appetite
Besides, if you had sex with a hepatitis B infected person, then you need to take this test. Anti Hepatitis B Core Antigen - Total (AHBC) test price is low.
Sample collection
A blood sample will be collected from your arm. Anti Hepatitis B Core Antigen - Total (AHBC) test book online facilities are available.
Test preparation
Biotin may affect your test result. If you use medication which has biotin in it then you have to stop that before taking the test. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
Result interpretation
Positive or reactive test results indicate recent or acute hepatitis B infection. Negative or non-reactive results mean you are not infected with hepatitis B virus. However, it is better to ask your healthcare provider for a complete explanation of your result. Find an Anti hepatitis B core antigen - total (AHBC) test near you to get your test done.