HEPATITIS B ENVELOPE ANTIBODY; HBEAB

What this test checks

Detects antibody against hepatitis B 'e' antigen — usually a good sign in chronic hepatitis B.

Why do people get this test?

Used in monitoring chronic hepatitis B and treatment response.

When you should consider this test

• Chronic hepatitis B follow-up
• Treatment response evaluation
• Specialist requested

How to prepare

No fasting needed.