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What is the ANTI-HAV IgM Test? 

The Hepatitis A Virus- IgM (Anti-HAV IgM) test looks for IgM antibodies that the body makes when the person is infected with the hepatitis A virus. Acute Hepatitis A antibodies occur after 2–4 weeks of infection and indicate a recent illness. Hepatitis A is a deadly liver disease. The infection usually clears itself in 4-8 weeks, but untreated Hepatitis A infection can develop into chronic hepatitis and liver cirrhosis. 

Why is an anti-hepatitis A virus IgM test done? 

• This test gives information about recent or past hepatitis infection
• This test helps in determining whether the patient has been infected with hepatitis A virus
• Helps in tracking the progression of the disease
• Monitoring the treatment effectiveness
• Helps in stopping the spread of the infection

What are the Hepatitis A virus symptoms?

Hepatitis A virus symptoms are listed below:

• Loss of appetite
• Fatigue
• Nausea and vomiting
• High fever
• Pain in the joints 
• Dark coloured urine
• Pain in the abdomen

How does one prepare for the Anti-HAV IgM test? 

• Inform your doctor if you are on medication or any health supplement as it may interfere with the result.
• Wear loose-fitting clothes to allow easy access for your arm for blood sample collection.
• Fasting is not required for this test
• Avoid the consumption of alcohol before the test
• Take adequate rest before the test

Procedure for Anti-HAV IgM test

• Firstly, a phlebotomist may tie a rubber band around your upper arm to ensure the vein is visible.
• They will clean the site using a disinfectant to minimise the risk of catching an infection.
• A sterile syringe will be inserted into the vein to draw the appropriate amount of blood for the testing
• After blood sample collection, they will withdraw the needle.
• The punctured site is then covered with a bandage.

Aftercare: 

No care is required. Just leave your dressing strip on for at least 15 minutes

Cost of ANTI HAV IgM Test in Delhi

The ANTI HAV- IgM Test cost varies by region and facility. The average Anti-HAV IgM test price in Delhi is around INR 700 to INR 2000. You can book your Anti-HAV IgM test at home with ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount of up to 50% off.

Required Documents for Hepatitis A Antibody (HAV-Ab) Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

Choose the top pathology lab for your hepatitis A antibody blood test in Delhi NCR

• Ganesh Diagnostic Center is the leading diagnostic center in Delhi NCR and over the years we have gained the trust of more than 30,000 doctors.
• We provide free home sample collection services
• We are open 24*7 for 365 days
• We are equipped with the latest technologies to provide you with a 100% accurate result.
• We provide quality blood tests at affordable prices.