Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) Test In Surat - Price & Details

A person can get their diagnostic needs fulfilled, such as an HBsAg test from any laboratory or hospital in Surat. But in order to do it, one has to be physically present there. With PharmEasy Labs in Surat, you can book a home sample collection which is a convenient option for many customers. This test requires a blood sample, and a number of other diagnostic tests are also available if the customer feels there is a necessity.

PharmEasy Labs is fully equipped and barcoded to produce accurate test results. The test results are further examined at various levels by registered practitioners before delivery within the specified time. The app is constantly updated about the stages of the testing process, and customers can check if they are curious to know how long before they can get the report and consult a doctor.

PharmEasy Labs has a presence in almost all cities of India. A professional team conducts the tests and ensures safe sample collection.

Various elements contribute to the variation in the cost of an HBsAg test. Nevertheless, the average price for an HBsAg test at PharmEasy in Surat hovers around INR 359 to INR 599. For more information, you can compare HBsAg test prices in different major Indian cities.

Hepatitis B is a serious health condition that can cause serious health issues if it is left untreated. It will lead to eventual death. If you are at risk of developing hepatitis B, you should do the HBsAg test. The risk factors include:

• HIV positive
• Donating semen, blood, and tissue
• Frequent usage of injection drugs
• Chemotherapy
• Haemodialysis
• Pregnancy
• Having more than one sexual partner
• Chronic kidney disease
• Chronic liver disease
• Infants who have mothers with hepatitis B
• Travel from a country with a high rate of hepatitis B

No special preparations have to be made before the HBsAg test.

During the HBsAg Test

Opt for the home sample collection service when you book the HBsAg test with PharmEasy Labs. A phlebotomist will be assigned to you, who will collect the blood sample from your house. The process is streamlined and systematic - the vein finder device detects the suitable vein in the forearm to draw the blood from, the area is cleaned with ethanol, and blood is drawn using sterilised needles and gloves. The samples are stored in barcoded vials, kept in cooling containers, and then sent to the lab for testing.

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.