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3001. PCR. Hepatitis B (blood, qualitative determination, Real-time)
Description
A molecular genetic test that detects the genetic material (DNA) of hepatitis B virus in human blood. It serves as a marker of acute or chronic HBV infection.
When and who needs the test?
- In the presence of HBV symptoms.
- In acute and chronic HBV infection.
- Before initiating antiviral therapy.
- To monitor the effectiveness of the therapy administered.
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...