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🛡️ STI Screening

HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN (HBsAg)

مستضد سطح التهاب الكبد B (HBsAg)

Sample Type

🧪 Blood

Results In

1 Days

Fasting

✅ Not Required

Parameters

📊 1

What is HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIGEN (HBsAg)?

This test detects a protein found on the surface of the Hepatitis B virus. A positive result indicates an active Hepatitis B infection, either acute (recent) or chronic (long-term).

Why is this test important?

HBsAg is the primary marker for diagnosing an active Hepatitis B infection. It's essential for screening, confirming infection, and guiding treatment decisions to prevent liver damage and transmission.

How to Prepare

No special preparation required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to fast before my blood test?
It depends on the test. Tests like lipid profile and fasting blood sugar require 10-12 hours of fasting. Tests like CBC, vitamin D, and thyroid do not require fasting. Each test page on our website clearly states the fasting requirements.

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