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1144. Hepatitis A virus (HAV), total antibodies
Description
The test detects specific IgM and IgG antibodies produced in response to hepatitis A virus infection. The presence of total antibodies may indicate current or recent HAV infection, past illness, or immunity developed after vaccination.
Determining total antibody levels is widely used for initial diagnosis, assessing immune status before or after vaccination, and as part of epidemiological surveillance and screening programs.
When and who needs the test?
- During the preparation stage for HAV vaccination.
- After HAV vaccination.
- For individuals living in an HAV outbreak area.
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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