Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) Test in Bengaluru - Price & Details

There are many diagnostic centres and reputed hospitals in Bengaluru where you can get the HBsAg test which basically cultures the collected blood sample to check the presence of Hepatitis B. Alternatively, you can get it done at PharmEasy Labs, one of India’s premier diagnostic centers that offer many diagnostic tests at reasonable prices with the added benefit of home blood collection.

PharmEasy Labs is automated and barcoded, ensuring report accuracy and reliability. For transparency, updates are sent to the customer regarding every stage in the testing process via app notifications.

PharmEasy Labs has a capable team of professionals who are trained and qualified, with more than two decades of experience in the field. The reports are verified by registered doctors and are generated on time, minimizing waiting time in healthcare.

Due to multiple factors, the price of an HBsAg test may fluctuate. However, the standard rate for an HBsAg test at PharmEasy in Bengaluru is typically between INR 359 and INR 599. You can also explore and compare HBsAg test prices in major cities across India.

Hepatitis B can be a deadly disease if it is not treated on time. There can be various complications caused by this disease such as liver failure. Therefore, detection of hepatitis B surface antigen becomes a crucial checkpoint for proper diagnosis and treatment.

If you are having symptoms like fever, fatigue, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the lower abdomen, or swollen blood vessels, your doctor may ask you to take an HBsAg test for confirmation. With PharmEasy Labs your report can be ready within a short period so that you can consult your doctor for an appropriate treatment plan.

The level of HBsAg is not affected by the type of food items you consume. Therefore, HBsAg does not require any fasting before the test. You can drink a good amount of water before the test for accurate results. However, if your doctor has assigned more tests along with HBsAg, you may require fasting as per the requirement. It is helpful to consult your doctor regarding this.

During the HBsAg Test 

The HBsAg test is done by evaluating the amount of HBsAg in your blood serum. For this, a blood sample is collected by an experienced phlebotomist. He will visit your home to collect the sample with the help of sterile syringes. A vein finder will be used to locate your vein. After that, the blood is collected in a collection tube. In the testing lab, the sample is allowed to clot so that the serum can be extracted. The test is performed using a very hygienic procedure.

While the blood culture does examine HBsAg, the readings can only be comprehended when the complete Hepatitis B test panel has been taken into consideration.

Unlike many other tests, the HBsAg screening test does not contain values and ranges. Instead, it only indicates whether the individual is positive or negative on the parameters examined. The HBsAg test by ELISA or CLIA method gives a quantitative value of the HBsAg. The permutation of positives and negatives on the three readings leads to certain conclusions. However, since it is rather complex, the HBsAg test report is best studied by a doctor.

The normal values, parameters, and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

Risks / Possible Complications

The HBsAg blood test typically presents a limited risk of complications. Encountering any of the following should compel one to seek guidance from a healthcare professional:

• Prolonged bleeding at the blood extraction site.
• Discomfort or inflammation at the needle-insertion location.

Limitations

• Test accuracy may be compromised by equipment malfunctions or human errors.
• Misinterpretation of markers can result in erroneous outcomes.