Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total

• The Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test is a blood test that detects both IgM and IgG antibodies against the core antigen of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
• This Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test indicates whether an individual has been exposed to HBV at any point, showing both current and past infections

• To screen for past or current Hepatitis B infection
• To help diagnose chronic Hepatitis B infection
• To assess the immune status of individuals in terms of past exposure to HBV
• To differentiate between acute, chronic, and resolved Hepatitis B infections
• To monitor the progression or resolution of HBV infection over time

• Collection of a blood sample from a vein
• Laboratory analysis to detect and quantify both IgM and IgG antibodies against the Hepatitis B core antigen
• Detailed reporting of antibody levels to doctors for comprehensive diagnostic and monitoring purposes

• Positive Result: Indicates exposure to the Hepatitis B virus, suggesting either a current or past infection
• Negative Result: Indicates no detectable antibodies, suggesting no prior exposure to the virus

• Qualitative Results: Reported as positive or negative for the presence of total antibodies (IgM and IgG) against the Hepatitis B core antigen.
• Interpretation: The Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test helps in determining past or current HBV infection status and guiding treatment or monitoring strategies

Q. What is the Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test?
Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test is a blood test that detects both IgM and IgG antibodies against the Hepatitis B core antigen, indicating past or current infection

Q. Why do I need this Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test?
To determine if you have been exposed to Hepatitis B, diagnose chronic infection, or monitor the status of your HBV infection

Q. How is the Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test performed?
A blood sample is taken from your arm and analyzed in a lab to detect antibodies against the Hepatitis B core antigen

Q. What does a positive result mean?
A positive result means you have been exposed to the Hepatitis B virus, indicating either a past or current infection

Q. What does a negative result mean?
A negative result means no detectable antibodies, suggesting no prior exposure to the Hepatitis B virus

Q. Can this Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test differentiate between acute and chronic Hepatitis B?
While this Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Anti-HBc) Total Test indicates exposure, further testing is usually required to distinguish between acute and chronic infections

Q. What should I do if my test results are positive?
Consult your doctor for further evaluation, and additional testing, and to discuss appropriate treatment or monitoring based on your infection status