Hepatitis Delta virus (HDV) HDV-IgG Antibody
فيروس التهاب الكبد الدلتا (HDV) الأجسام المضادة HDV-IgG
Sample Type
🧪 Blood
Results In
⏱ 7-10 Days
Fasting
✅ Not Required
Parameters
📊 1
What is Hepatitis Delta virus (HDV) HDV-IgG Antibody?
This test detects IgG antibodies to the Hepatitis Delta Virus (HDV) in your blood. The presence of HDV-IgG antibodies usually indicates a past or chronic HDV infection, which only occurs in individuals already infected with Hepatitis B.
Why is this test important?
HDV-IgG antibodies are important for diagnosing chronic Hepatitis Delta infection, which can worsen liver disease in people with Hepatitis B. This helps assess the long-term impact of the infection on liver health.
How to Prepare
No special preparation required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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