Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Total

A doctor uses the anti-hepatitis A virus to determine whether the hepatitis A virus causes the hepatitis infection. This complete test measures both immunoglobulin A and immunoglobulin G antibodies.

Why done? 

If you are experiencing signs of hepatitis, your doctor may recommend this test. Hepatitis A symptoms do not appear until 28 days following infection, though. The symptoms are:

• Fever at a low level.
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• A decrease in food intake
• Pain in the abdomen
• Urine that is a dark brown color
• Joint discomfort
• Jaundice

Procedure: 

Detection of antibodies to the hepatitis A virus is done by taking a blood sample from the patient. A blood sample can be pulled in a hospital or other medical facility and submitted to a laboratory for testing at the direction of a physician. A vein in the patient's arm or the back of the hand is typically used to draw blood.

How does one prepare for the test? 

There is no requirement to prepare for the test.

Required documents for HAV TOTAL:

• Doctor prescription
• A valid government ID

After care: 

No special care required.

Cost of Hepatitis A Virus (HAV) Total in Delhi: 

The HAV TOTAL 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.