Hepatitis A

Also known as: HAV-Ab IgM; HAV-Ab IgG; HAV-Ab total

Formal name: Viral Hepatitis A Antibody

Related tests: Hepatitis B; Hepatitis C; Liver Panel; AST; ALT; ALP; Bilirubin

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

To diagnose an infection with hepatitis A virus (HAV) or to evaluate the need for or response to the hepatitis A

When to Get Tested?

If you have symptoms of an infection with and/or have been exposed to HAV; if you have chronic liver disease; or if you have received the HAV vaccine

Sample Required?

A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm

Test Preparation Needed?

None

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