New England · Hepatitis Testing

Hepatitis Testing in Massachusetts

This page explains the hepatitis testing, what it measures, and how to order it. Hepatitis testing looks for evidence of hepatitis viruses in your body. These tests help determine if you have a current or past infection.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days

Price range$239

PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab

ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

Hepatitis tests are laboratory analyses used to detect the presence of viruses that cause inflammation of the liver, known as hepatitis. They can identify different types of hepatitis, such as Hepatitis A, B, and C, and help distinguish between acute (recent) and chronic (long-term) infections.

What it measures

Hepatitis A Antibody (IgM) — indicates a recent Hepatitis A infection
Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) — indicates an active Hepatitis B infection
Hepatitis B Core Antibody (Total) — indicates past or current Hepatitis B infection
Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (Anti-HBs) — indicates immunity to Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV) — indicates past or current Hepatitis C infection

What the test involves

A sample is collected, typically through a standard blood draw from a vein in your arm. The collected sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians often order hepatitis testing to screen for the virus in individuals at higher risk or to diagnose symptoms suggestive of liver inflammation. These tests can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for hepatitis infections.

Preparation

Follow any specific instructions provided by the laboratory where you will have your sample collected. Generally, no special preparation is needed for these tests.

How results are reported

Your test results will be reported to you, usually within a few business days. Qualitative reference ranges for these tests are determined by the specific laboratory performing the analysis.

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Hepatitis Testing in Massachusetts communities

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Boston4,208,580Hepatitis Testing Springfield620,494Hepatitis Testing Worcester573,573Hepatitis Testing New Bedford158,353Hepatitis Testing Leominster118,190Hepatitis Testing Cambridge116,892Hepatitis Testing Lowell114,804Hepatitis Testing Brockton104,216Hepatitis Testing Quincy100,544Hepatitis Testing Lynn100,233Hepatitis Testing Fall River93,339Hepatitis Testing Newton88,647Hepatitis Testing Lawrence87,798Hepatitis Testing Somerville80,608Hepatitis Testing Framingham72,089Hepatitis Testing Haverhill67,093Hepatitis Testing Malden65,602Hepatitis Testing Waltham64,655Hepatitis Testing Revere60,720Hepatitis Testing Medford60,708Hepatitis Testing Taunton59,076Hepatitis Testing Chicopee55,636Hepatitis Testing Peabody54,200Hepatitis Testing Methuen Town52,536Hepatitis Testing Everett48,368Hepatitis Testing Attleboro46,146Hepatitis Testing Salem44,452Hepatitis Testing Pittsfield43,890Hepatitis Testing Beverly42,448Hepatitis Testing Fitchburg41,796Hepatitis Testing Marlborough41,505Hepatitis Testing Woburn40,967Hepatitis Testing Westfield40,922Hepatitis Testing Chelsea40,025Hepatitis Testing Holyoke38,480Hepatitis Testing Watertown Town35,171Hepatitis Testing Gloucester29,814Hepatitis Testing Melrose29,567Hepatitis Testing Northampton29,379Hepatitis Testing Gardner21,183Hepatitis Testing Newburyport18,282Hepatitis Testing North Adams13,024Hepatitis Testing South Yarmouth11,696Hepatitis Testing Middleborough Center7,790Hepatitis Testing Mansfield Center7,689Hepatitis Testing Whitinsville7,329Hepatitis Testing West Concord7,003Hepatitis Testing Cochituate6,966Hepatitis Testing East Falmouth6,739Hepatitis Testing Pinehurst6,653Hepatitis Testing West Yarmouth6,124Hepatitis Testing Yarmouth Port5,872Hepatitis Testing Bliss Corner5,529Hepatitis Testing North Scituate5,519Hepatitis Testing East Harwich5,519Hepatitis Testing Raynham Center5,072Hepatitis Testing Smith Mills4,846Hepatitis Testing North Westport4,835Hepatitis Testing The Pinehills4,724Hepatitis Testing Millis-Clicquot4,653Hepatitis Testing