Hepatitis B - HBsAg (Surface Antigen) - Rapid, Serum

Hepatitis B – HBsAg (Surface Antigen) – Rapid, Serum (H0009d)

Test Overview

The HBsAg Rapid Test is a qualitative screening test used to detect the presence of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) in serum. It helps identify active Hepatitis B infection quickly and efficiently.

Why This Test is Important

• Early detection of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) infection

• Helps prevent transmission to others

• Essential for screening blood donors, pre-surgical patients, and routine health check-ups

• Useful for monitoring high-risk individuals

Sample Type

• Serum

Method

• Rapid Immunochromatographic Assay

Preparation Required

• No fasting required

• No special preparation needed

Reporting Time

• Same day / within a few hours

Normal Range

• Non-Reactive (Negative)

Interpretation

• Reactive (Positive): Indicates presence of Hepatitis B infection (acute or chronic)

• Non-Reactive (Negative): No detectable HBsAg at the time of testing

Note: Positive results should be confirmed with more specific tests such as ELISA or PCR.

Who Should Take This Test?

• Individuals with symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, dark urine

• Pregnant women (routine screening)

• Healthcare workers

• People with high-risk exposure (needle injury, unprotected contact)

• Pre-employment or pre-surgical screening

Symptoms of Hepatitis B

• Fever and fatigue

• Loss of appetite

• Nausea and vomiting

• Yellowing of skin/eyes (jaundice)

• Abdominal discomfort

Advantages of Rapid Test

• Quick results

• Cost-effective

• Simple screening tool

• Suitable for large-scale testing

Limitations

• Screening test only (not confirmatory)

• False positives/negatives possible in early infection

• Requires follow-up testing for confirmation

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