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Hepatitis Testing in Virginia

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.

Before you go

  • Turnaround time for results
  • Specific preparation instructions
  • How results will be delivered

Cities

Hepatitis Testing in Virginia communities

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Virginia Beach1,500,764Hepatitis TestingRichmond1,008,069Hepatitis TestingChesapeake247,172Hepatitis TestingNorfolk238,556Hepatitis TestingArlington235,764Hepatitis TestingRoanoke215,781Hepatitis TestingNewport News185,069Hepatitis TestingAlexandria158,185Hepatitis TestingFredericksburg155,414Hepatitis TestingHampton136,748Hepatitis TestingLynchburg120,877Hepatitis TestingCharlottesville102,164Hepatitis TestingPortsmouth97,454Hepatitis TestingBlacksburg94,398Hepatitis TestingSuffolk93,268Hepatitis TestingWilliamsburg83,021Hepatitis TestingHarrisonburg74,901Hepatitis TestingWinchester74,593Hepatitis TestingDale City73,716Hepatitis TestingCentreville73,064Hepatitis TestingReston62,453Hepatitis TestingMcLean49,310Hepatitis TestingLeesburg48,223Hepatitis TestingTuckahoe48,187Hepatitis TestingAshburn44,950Hepatitis TestingLake Ridge44,697Hepatitis TestingBurke44,191Hepatitis TestingWoodbridge42,734Hepatitis TestingManassas42,596Hepatitis TestingDanville42,556Hepatitis TestingLinton Hall42,089Hepatitis TestingAnnandale41,869Hepatitis TestingMechanicsville37,767Hepatitis TestingOakton36,675Hepatitis TestingFair Oaks34,437Hepatitis TestingSouth Riding33,828Hepatitis TestingPetersburg33,229Hepatitis TestingSpringfield31,769Hepatitis TestingSterling31,202Hepatitis TestingWest Falls Church31,023Hepatitis TestingShort Pump27,332Hepatitis TestingTysons26,171Hepatitis TestingStaunton25,358Hepatitis TestingSalem25,335Hepatitis TestingCave Spring25,248Hepatitis TestingHerndon24,574Hepatitis TestingBailey's Crossroads24,501Hepatitis TestingFairfax23,980Hepatitis TestingChantilly23,564Hepatitis TestingWest Springfield23,562Hepatitis TestingChristiansburg23,174Hepatitis TestingHopewell23,020Hepatitis TestingWoodlawn22,590Hepatitis TestingChester22,512Hepatitis TestingWaynesboro22,149Hepatitis TestingCherry Hill22,118Hepatitis TestingBrambleton21,986Hepatitis TestingMontclair21,961Hepatitis TestingRose Hill21,466Hepatitis TestingLorton21,394Hepatitis Testing