Hepatitis Bs (Surface) Antigen (HBsAg) - Book Test at Low Cost

What is the HBsAg test ?

The Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) test is used to determine if someone has Hepatitis B by measuring how much HBsAg is present in their blood. The Hepatitis B virus spreads mostly through body fluids or unprotected sex. HBsAg is found on the surface of the Hepatitis B virus. A positive Hepatitis B surface antigen test needs to be followed up with more tests to determine how bad the infection is in the body.

Hepatitis B infections that aren't under control can lead to chronic hepatitis infections and liver cirrhosis in some people. Immuno-compromised people and babies are more likely to have severe symptoms of chronic hepatitis.

Other names: Hepatitis B Antigen Test, HBsAg Rapid Test, HBsAg Test, Rapid HBsAg Test,  HBV Surface Antigen Rapid Test

Purpose of the HBsAg test

• This test gives the information about the recent or past hepatitis infection

• This test helps in determining the the carriers of the HBV infection who may not show the symptoms but can transmit the virus
• This test ensures that the blood donations are done safely 

• This test help in determining whether the patient has been infected with hepatitis B 

• Helps in tracking the progression of the disease

• Monitoring the treatment effectiveness and further guides whether there is a need to change the therapy

Hepatitis B symptoms

Symptoms that may call for HBsAg test are listed below: 

• Dark urine
• Abdominal pain
• Weight loss
• Extreme fatigue
• Nausea and vomiting
• Joint pain

Preparation for HBsAg test

• Fasting is not required for this test
• Tell your doctor if your are taking any medication
• Take adequate rest before the test
• Keep yourself hydrated and stay calm

What is the procedure for the HBsAg Test?

•  ab technician will tie a rubber band around your arm to find a vein
• After that, they will use an alcohol swab to wipe the skin.
• Following this, a sterile needle is placed into a vein to take a blood sample; this procedure may cause some stinging.
• The sample is collected, the needle is taken out, and it is then submitted to the lab for additional examination.

After care

Leave the dressing strip on for at least 15 mins.

HBsAg normal range

HBsAg normal range lies between 0.5 and 250 IU/ml (international unit per millilitre. If you have a range greater than 250 IU/mL then you might have a hepatitis B infection. The test results generally comes as positive or negative

What does the HBsAg test results indicate ?

• Positive result : positive results indicate the presence of hepatitis B infection or you had an infection at some point.
• Negative result : negative result indicates that you don't have a hepatitis B infection in your body.

HBsAg test price in delhi

The price of HBsAg test may vary based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic centre .The average cost of HBsAg test is around 500-1000 Rs . you can book this HBsAg test in delhi with ganesh diagnostic centre and get a discount upto 50%off

Required Documents for HBsAg Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

How to prevent Hepatitis B infection

• Every infant should receive hepatitis B vaccine after the birth within 24 hours followed by 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine 4 weeks apart.
• Booster vaccines are not needed if you have completed 3 doses of vaccination.
• Practise safe sex and avoid having multiple sexual partners
• Avoid sharing injectables
• Wash you hand with soap and water, if you have contacted with the hepatitis B contaminated blood or bodily fluids

Why you should choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centre

• We are the most trusted diagnostic centre and have served more than 1m+ happy customers.
• We are accredited with NABL .
• We provide quality tests at an affordable price.
• We also provide free home blood sample collection.