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

The Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) test is used to screen and diagnose hepatitis B. Hepatitis B is a viral infection causing inflammation of the liver. It can spread through direct contact with body fluids such as blood, semen, or vaginal fluids. Hepatitis B has a specific protein on its surface called an antigen, and the HBsAg test detects this antigen in the blood. The presence of surface antigen indicates a current infection and the risk of spreading it to others. The test requires a small blood sample collected from a vein in your inner arm. You can eat or drink normally before the test. Always consult your healthcare provider for any special instructions to follow beforehand.

A doctor may recommend the HBsAg test to help diagnose and screen for hepatitis B. It spreads through contact with body fluids, and those at higher risk should consider this test.

Who Should Get This Test Done?

• Those who have STDs such as HIV infection.
• People who use injectable drugs or share needles.
• Healthcare workers who come into contact with body fluids.
• Patients who receive dialysis treatment.
• Patients undergoing chemotherapy or taking immunosuppressants.
• Those who travel or live in high HBV-prevalent areas.
• Those who have unprotected sex or multiple sex partners.
• Infants born to infected mothers.
• Women who are pregnant.
• Those who present with symptoms of hepatitis B, as given below:

Symptoms to watch for:

• Fever
• Fatigue or weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea and vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Joint pain or swelling
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Dark-coloured urine
• Clay-coloured stools

Severe symptoms include:

• Liver cirrhosis
• Liver cancer
• Liver failure

What to Expect Before the Test?

• Fasting is usually not required before the test.
• Inform your doctor about any medications or vaccination history.
• Always consult your healthcare provider for any special instructions before the test.

What to Expect During the Blood Sample Collection?

A simple blood draw is required for the test. The steps for the procedure are given below:

• An elastic band is tied around your upper arm for increased blood flow.
• A needle is inserted into a vein in the inner arm to collect the sample.
• The needle is withdrawn, and a bandage is placed over the puncture site to stop minor bleeding.

What to Expect After the Test?

• This blood sample collection procedure is generally safe with little to no risk.
• Feeling dizzy for a few seconds is common and usually resolves with a little rest.

Note: If you notice anything unusual at the puncture site after this procedure, such as bleeding, pain, or a rash, contact your healthcare provider.

HBsAg test results can be positive or negative, indicating the presence or absence of infection.

To learn more about what these test results mean, refer to the table below:

Important note: The above information is for educational purposes only and cannot replace an expert’s guidance. Always consult an expert to better understand your test results.

Potential Risks or Complications

• The test procedure is generally safe with little to no risk.
• If you notice persistent bleeding, pain, or rash at the puncture site, consult your healthcare provider immediately.

Limitations of the Test

• The test only indicates whether the infection is present, not how long it has been in your body.
• In the case of recent HBV vaccination, it can yield false results.
• It does not reveal the body's recovery status from infection.
• It cannot assess the severity of the infection.

If the HBsAg test results are positive, further tests are needed to evaluate disease activity and progression. The tests include:

• HBeAg (hepatitis B e-antigen) - To check for active replication of the virus in the blood.
• HBV DNA (viral load) - To assess the severity of infection by identifying viral load in the blood.
• Antibody tests - Include anti-HBc, anti-HBe, and anti-HBs antibody tests to assess recovery, vaccination, or past exposure.
• Liver function tests (LFTs) - To check for inflammation or injury to liver cells.

PharmEasy offers this test at a starting price of INR 479 in Bhopal. Check the table below to compare HBsAg test prices across major cities.

You can book Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) Test in Bhopal through PharmEasy with convenient home sample collection across several localities, including :

• Arera Colony
• Shahpura
• Kolar Road
• Bawadia Kalan
• Bagmugalia
• Trilanga
• MP Nagar
• TT Nagar
• New Market
• Habibganj
• Misrod
• BHEL
• Awadhpuri
• Ayodhya Nagar
• Ashoka Garden
• Aish Bagh
• Kohefiza
• Gandhi Nagar
• Karond
• Bairagarh

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