Antibody Against Hepatitis B (Core) IgM Antigen

Hepatitis B virus surface protein can be found in high concentrations in serum after acute or chronic hepatitis B virus infection. The presence of HBsAg in a person implies that they are contagious. As part of the natural immunological response to infection, the body develops antibodies to HBsAg. Hepatitis B vaccine is made with the antigen HBsAg.

In people who don't have HBsAg, anti-HBc IgM can help them find out if they have HBV. This means that the best diagnostic tests for acute hepatitis B infection would be to look for both HBsAg and anti-HBc IgM.

Why done? 

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) Testing is done to detect:

• The hepatitis B virus infects the liver (HBV).

• A chronic hepatitis B infection lasts over six months. High blood pressure and diabetes are linked to chronic HBs (permanent liver scarring).

Procedure: 

You'll have blood extracted from an arm vein. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is required.

Required documents for Antibody Against Hepatitis B Core Antigen Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After care: 

Leave the dressing strip on for 15 minutes. No particular type of care is required.

Cost of Antibody Against Hepatitis B Core Antigen Test in Delhi: 

The hepatitis B core antigen (IgM anti-HBc) Test cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.