HEPATITIS B CORE ANTIBODY (ANTI HBC) IGM;

What this test checks

Detects IgM antibodies against hepatitis B core — indicates recent or acute infection.

Why do people get this test?

Used to confirm recent hepatitis B infection in someone with hepatitis symptoms.

When you should consider this test

• Yellow skin with hepatitis-like symptoms
• Acute hepatitis evaluation
• Specialist requested

How to prepare

No fasting needed.