Description:

There are several types of hepatitis – each caused by a different hepatitis virus. The Hepatitis A Antibody (Total) Test will determine a prior Hepatitis A infection or an acute Hepatitis A infection.

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that can be contracted through unprotected sex, using contaminated needles, or other causes.

Common Variations of Hepatitis:

• Hepatitis A can be caused by consuming contaminated water or food.
• Hepatitis B can be contracted through sharing contaminated needles, having unprotected sex, or being exposed to infected blood from another person.
• Hepatitis C can be spread by blood from contaminated needles during drug use or tattooing as well as by having unprotected sex.

Why Do I Need It?:

If left untreated, hepatitis can lead to fatigue or more serious issues like liver failure. What’s most disturbing is how hepatitis can remain dormant in your body for years and cause no outward physical symptoms. It may be impossible to detect hepatitis with just a physical examination because you may not have any noticeable symptoms.

Other Relevant Tests:

Customers typically purchase the Hepatitis Panel instead of just the Hepatitis A because it tests for 3 variations of the hepatitis, not just one. Tests that go along with the Hepatitis A (total) test include the Hepatic Panel and the Basic Check-Up.

Test Details:

Normal Range:

There are no numeric ranges for this test. If your results show positive, this means that you have been infected with Hepatitis A. If your test is negative and you know you have been exposed to Hepatitis A, you may wish to be tested again in 6 to 9 weeks.

High Results Indicate:

There are no high results for this test. Test result will show a negative or positive.

Low Results Indicate:

There are no low results for this test. Test result will show a negative or positive.

What Type of Physician Should You See?

If your Hepatitis Test results are positive, please contact your primary care physician.

Next Steps:

1. Buy test – either at the store or online. (*If online, don't forget to print out receipt!)
2. Fill out necessary paperwork and how you want to receive the test results.
3. Get results.
4. Review results.
5. If your results are 'abnormal' or 'out-of-range' from the normal, please contact your physician. (*The interpretation of any laboratory test should be made only by a licensed physician.)