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

The HBsAg test can be administered by any hospital or laboratory in Guwahati. This test detects the presence of a specific antigen called hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) in the blood, which indicates an active Hepatitis B infection. With PharmEasy, you can complete the entire testing process—from sample collection to online report delivery—without stepping out of your home.

The HBsAg test is usually recommended when a person exhibits symptoms of Hepatitis B, like pain, loss of appetite, skin or stool discolouration or fatigue, or when they are at a high risk of contracting the virus. A positive HBsAg test result indicates the presence of the virus and requires further medical evaluation and treatment.

PharmEasy Labs is equipped with state-of-the-art, fully automated machines. The test results generated are accurate, reliable and verified by registered medical practitioners. Customers are also updated about every stage of the testing process with regular alerts from the PharmEasy app.

PharmEasy Labs is an esteemed and trusted diagnostic test booking partner with a presence in all major cities of India. The company aims to offer premium-quality diagnostic services that are affordable and easily available. This service is especially for individuals with limited mobility and a lack of access to quality healthcare facilities.

The pricing of an HBsAg test can vary due to multiple factors. However, the usual cost for an HBsAg test at PharmEasy in Guwahati falls within the range of INR 359 to INR 599. For more details, consider comparing HBsAg test prices across major cities in India.

Doctors recommend an HBsAg test if you are having these symptoms:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Nausea and vomiting
• Dark yellow urine
• Joint pain
• Abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhoea, coloured bowel movement
• Yellowish eyes and skin

No fasting or any other preparation is required before the HBsAg test. Inform the doctor in advance if you are taking any medicine.

During the HBsAg Test

A phlebotomist from PharmEasy Labs will reach your house at the pre decided hour for the sample collection. Utmost hygiene and safety are maintained. New needles, syringes and uncontaminated collection tubes are used. The phlebotomist will locate the vein in your arm that is best for drawing blood from by using a vein finder. The process will take just a few seconds. The sample will then be taken to the Labs.

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.