Acute Hepatitis Profile Basic
Understanding Acute Hepatitis Profile Basic
What is Acute Hepatitis Profile Basic?
The Acute Hepatitis Profile basic helps to diagnose infections by Hepatitis Viruses A, B, C, and E. It is done by detecting antibodies, antigens, and genetic material (DNA and RNA) in the blood during the time of hepatitis infection in the body. This profile helps in getting the right health services and treatments which can increase your chances of living a longer, healthier life.
What is Acute Hepatitis Profile Basic used for?
The acute hepatitis profile basic is done:
As a screening test to detect liver infections
In case of symptoms of acute hepatitis
In case of exposure to hepatitis viruses
What does Acute Hepatitis Profile Basic measure?
Contains 9 testsHepatitis B e (Envelope) Antibody
Hepatitis B e (Envelope) Antigen
Hepatitis B s (Surface) Antibody
Hepatitis A virus - Total Antibody
HBsAg Screening - Rapid
An HBsAg Screening - Rapid test confirms the presence of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in a suspected individual. HBsAg is the first serological marker, within 1 to 10 weeks, to appear in the blood after recent exposure to HBV. Persistence of this marker for more than 6 months implies chronic (long-term) HBV infection which may lead to liver damage (scarring or cirrhosis). A person who has a chronic infection is capable of spreading the infection to healthy individuals, even if they do not show or experience any symptoms.
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Hepatitis B (Core) Total Antibody
Hepatitis B (Core) IgM Antibody
HCV Antibody - Immunochromatography
An HCV Antibody - Immunochromatography test determines if HCV has infected you and helps your doctor guide your treatment. HCV causes liver inflammation and is classified into acute hepatitis infection and chronic hepatitis infection.
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Acute hepatitis C: This occurs in the first six months after exposure to the hepatitis C virus. In the early stage of the infection, acute hepatitis C is mild and may cause no symptoms. For this reason, most people do not know they have this infection.
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Chronic hepatitis C: If your body cannot fight off the virus, you can develop a chronic hepatitis C infection. Progression from acute to chronic hepatitis C is common, occurring in 75-85% of patients. Detecting chronic hepatitis C early is important to prevent future complications, such as liver failure, and initiate effective treatment.
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