Hepatitis Profile, Comprehensive by CLIA Serum
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Your body produces antibodies as a response to foreign substances called antigens. A Hepatitis Profile, Comprehensive by CLIA Serum is a blood test used to detect current or past infection with different types of hepatitis viruses. It typically includes tests for Hepatitis tests to assess overall liver health. This comprehensive profile helps doctors diagnose new infections, determine past exposure and immunity, and monitor treatment for existing hepatitis conditions.
Price : ₹ 6,915
This test measures antigens and antibodies in your blood related to hepatitis infections. It detects markers like HBsAg, HBsAb, HBeAg, HBeAb, and HBcAb. These markers indicate whether you currently have a hepatitis infection or if you’re immune to it.
- To diagnose hepatitis infections
- To monitor the progression of hepatitis infections
- To guide treatment decisions for hepatitis
- To check for immunity against certain types of hepatitis
- To screen individuals for potential exposure to hepatitis viruses
Doctors recommend this test if you:
- Show symptoms of hepatitis like jaundice, abdominal pain, and nausea.
- Have risk factors for hepatitis (intravenous drug use, multiple sexual partners)
- Are a healthcare worker at risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens
- Need monitoring for chronic hepatitis infections
- Require screening before starting specific medications or treatments.
The presence of specific proteins or antibodies indicates a current or past infection with hepatitis A, B, or C. Abnormal results may suggest an acute or chronic hepatitis infection requiring further evaluation and treatment. Consult your doctor regarding your results immediately.
