HEPATITIS B SURFACE ANTIBODY (ANTI HBS)

What this test checks

Detects antibodies against hepatitis B — confirms immunity from vaccination or past infection.

Why do people get this test?

Used to confirm vaccination success and pre-employment screening for healthcare workers.

When you should consider this test

• After hepatitis B vaccination
• Healthcare worker pre-employment
• Family contact of hepatitis B patient

How to prepare

No fasting needed.