Screens for hepatitis B surface antigen to check current hepatitis B infection signal.
Download Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (hbsag) Test Visual Guide infographic (PNG)
| Result context | Guide |
|---|---|
| Non-reactive | no antigen detected |
| Reactive | HBV review needed |
| Confirmatory | doctor/lab protocol |
Reactive HBsAg needs medical confirmation and hepatitis B marker follow-up.
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (hbsag) is a laboratory test. Checks for hepatitis B surface antigen.
Your clinician can advise whether this test is appropriate for you. The result should be read with the laboratory range, symptoms, medical history and other relevant results. The listed sample type is Blood (Serum).
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only. For Mohali bookings, read this along with the city price, fasting note and home sample collection details on this page.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result format | Non-reactive or reactive | Reactive HBsAg suggests hepatitis B infection marker needs review. |
| Acute/chronic context | Requires follow-up | Duration and other markers separate acute from chronic infection. |
| Confirmatory tests | HBV panel or viral load | Often used if screen is reactive. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis B screen | Checks for hepatitis B surface antigen. |
| Liver infection review | Used when hepatitis symptoms or exposure risk exists. |
| Pre-surgery/pregnancy context | Often included in screening panels. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Jaundice, fatigue, dark urine, abdominal pain, nausea, appetite loss. |
| Risk context | Needle exposure, unprotected sex, household contact, transfusion history. |
| Follow-up users | People with abnormal liver enzymes or hepatitis exposure. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions. |
| Pairing | Read with anti-HBs, anti-HBc, liver enzymes and doctor advice. |
| Interpretation | Reactive result needs medical follow-up. |
The current Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (hbsag) price in Mohali is Rs. 498. The final booking details are shown before you confirm.
No fasting is required for this test. Eat and drink normally unless your clinician, or another test in the same order, gives different instructions.
Select Add to Cart or Book Now, choose a suitable slot and provide your address and pincode. Home collection is available where serviceable.
The payment option shown in the active booking flow applies to your order. Confirm the final amount and collection details before completing the booking.
Your report shows the laboratory reference range. A doctor can interpret the result together with your symptoms, medical history and other tests.
Report timing is shown during booking and can vary by test. Completed reports are shared digitally once the laboratory has processed the sample.
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