Hepatitis B Surface Antigen Blood Test

Concerned about hepatitis B exposure? This simple finger-prick test detects active hepatitis B infection by checking for the surface antigen in your blood.

  • At-home test
  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Blood
Collection
At-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Results in
3 days
Biomarkers
1
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Hepatitis B surface antigen

Test specifications

Provider
Medichecks
Sample type
blood
Collection method
at-home finger-prick or in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Turnaround time
3 days
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Medichecks.

Infection

  • Hepatitis B surface antigen

About this test

Concerned about hepatitis B exposure? This simple finger-prick test detects active hepatitis B infection by checking for the surface antigen in your blood. Ideal if you've been exposed to the virus through travel, healthcare work, or unprotected contact, this test provides peace of mind or early detection when it matters most. Early identification helps protect your liver health and prevents transmission to others.

Description provided by Medichecks.

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