Comprehensive Hepatitis Screening Panel Test. Fast & Accurate Results

Description

Hepatitis Screening Panel – Comprehensive Viral Hepatitis Test

The Hepatitis Screening Panel from Lab Tests Dubai is a fast, comprehensive blood test that screens for three major types of viral hepatitis—Hepatitis A, B, and C—all from a single blood draw, with results available in just 1 day.

This panel tests for:

• ✅ HBsAg (Hepatitis B Surface Antigen) – detects active Hepatitis B infection
• ✅ Anti-HCV (Hepatitis C Virus Antibody) – screens for past or current Hepatitis C
• ✅ Hepatitis A Virus IgM – identifies acute Hepatitis A infection
• ✅ Hepatitis A Virus Total (IgG + IgM) – confirms immunity or past exposure

This test is essential for:

• Pre-surgical and pre-employment screening
• Pre-marital or pre-pregnancy health checks
• Individuals with risk factors (IV drug use, unprotected sex, tattoos)
• Travelers to high-risk regions (South Asia, Africa, Middle East)
• Those with liver symptoms (jaundice, fatigue, abdominal pain)
• Healthcare workers and food handlers

With advanced ELISA/CMIA technology, this panel delivers highly accurate results helping doctors diagnose, prevent, and stop the spread of hepatitis viruses before they cause irreversible liver damage.

Available with home blood collection, Lab Tests Dubai ensures fast, private, and stress-free testing so you can protect your liver and loved ones with confidence.

Why You Need This Test

If you’ve had unprotected sex, tattoos, blood exposure, or travel to high-risk areas, this test could detect a silent liver infection before it leads to cirrhosis or cancer.

You need the Hepatitis Screening Panel if:

• You’re planning surgery, IVF, or a medical procedure
• You’re a healthcare worker, barber, or tattoo artist
• You’ve had a blood transfusion or needle-stick injury
• You’re experiencing fatigue, jaundice, or dark urine
• You’ve traveled to regions with poor sanitation
• You’re starting a new relationship or planning pregnancy
• You’re required to submit a hepatitis-free certificate (visa, job, school)

This test helps:

• Detect active infections early
• Identify carriers who can spread the virus
• Confirm immunity to Hepatitis A
• Guide vaccination decisions (e.g., Hep B vaccine)
• Prevent transmission to family and partners

Early testing liver protection and peace of mind.

Symptoms That Indicate This Test

Consider the Hepatitis Panel if you experience:

✅ For Acute Hepatitis (A, B, or C):

• Jaundice (yellow skin/eyes)
• Dark urine or pale stools
• Fatigue, nausea, or loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain (upper right side)
• Fever or flu-like symptoms

✅ For Chronic Hepatitis (B or C):

• No symptoms (silent for years)
• Unexplained liver enzyme elevation (ALT/AST)
• History of IV drug use or high-risk behavior

✅ For High-Risk Individuals:

• Healthcare professionals
• People with multiple sexual partners
• Expats or travelers to endemic areas
• Dialysis or transplant patients

These signs may point to viral hepatitis and this test helps start the right care.

Natural Production: How Hepatitis Viruses Attack the Liver

Hepatitis A, B, and C are distinct viruses with different transmission routes:

• Hepatitis A: Fecal-oral route (contaminated food/water) → acute only
• Hepatitis B: Blood, sex, childbirth → acute or chronic
• Hepatitis C: Blood exposure (needles, transfusions) → often chronic

When the virus enters the liver:

• It infects liver cells (hepatocytes)
• Causes inflammation and cell damage
• Triggers immune response (antibody production)

The Hepatitis Panel detects:

• HBsAg → Active Hep B infection
• Anti-HCV → Exposure to Hep C (confirm with PCR)
• HAV IgM → Acute Hep A
• HAV Total → Immunity (vaccine or past infection)

This is the gold standard for liver health screening.

What Happens If Untreated? Risks of Ignoring Hepatitis

Ignoring hepatitis can lead to:

⚠️ Chronic Hepatitis B or C – lifelong infection
⚠️ Liver Fibrosis & Cirrhosis – scarring and loss of function
⚠️ Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) – primary liver cancer
⚠️ Liver Failure – requiring transplant
⚠️ Transmission to Family & Newborns – especially Hep B during childbirth

The good news? Hepatitis is preventable and treatable:

• Hep A & B → Preventable with vaccines
• Hep B → Manageable with antivirals
• Hep C → Curable with 8–12 weeks of antiviral therapy

Early testing  prevention of life-threatening complications.

How to Prepare for the Test

To ensure accurate results:

✅ No fasting required
✅ Continue your regular medications (inform your doctor if on antivirals)
✅ Avoid excessive alcohol or fatty foods 24 hours before
✅ Inform your doctor of:

• Vaccination history (Hep A/B)
• Current symptoms or liver issues
• Recent blood transfusions or exposures

A simple blood draw is collected available at our labs or via home collection.

Test Overview: ELISA/CMIA Methodology

Report Includes:

• Negative/Positive for each marker
• Interpretation Guide (Acute, Chronic, Immune, or Exposed)
• Recommendations for vaccination, PCR confirmation, or specialist referral

Note: A positive Anti-HCV requires HCV RNA PCR to confirm active infection.

Benefits of the Hepatitis Screening Panel

🔹 Detects 3 Major Hepatitis Viruses in One Test
No need for multiple appointments.

🔹 Results in Just 1 Day
Fastest in the UAE for comprehensive screening.

🔹 Prevents Liver Damage
Catch infections before symptoms appear.

🔹 Supports Vaccination Decisions
Know if you’re immune or need Hep A/B vaccine.

🔹 Peace of Mind
Know your liver is protected.

If you’re due for screening, have risk factors, or feel unwell, the Hepatitis Screening Panel gives you the answers you need in just 1 day.