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1036. Hepatitis B virus (HBV), HBsAg, antibodies total
Description
The test detects specific IgM and IgG antibodies that are produced in response to infection with hepatitis B virus and may indicate a current HBV infection, a stage of recovery, or a past infection. Their detection may also indicate an effective post-vaccination immune response.
When and who needs the test?
- All HBsAg-positive individuals.
- In the presence of HBV symptoms, together with HBsAg testing.
- Individuals planning vaccination.
- Individuals who have recently been vaccinated.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...
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