Hepatitis B therapeutic vaccine research

144473: Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Screening and Diagnosis (Triple Panel)

Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Screening and Diagnosis (Triple Panel)

Test Code: 144473

Overview

This test panel is used for the screening and diagnosis of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) infection. It is commonly referred to as the HBV Triple Panel.

Purpose

The panel helps in determining the immune status, detecting acute or chronic infection, and monitoring the course of HBV infection.

Components

The triple panel typically includes the following tests:

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg)
Hepatitis B Surface Antibody (anti-HBs)
Hepatitis B Core Antibody (anti-HBc)

Interpretation Guide

HBsAg	anti-HBs	anti-HBc	Interpretation
Negative	Negative	Negative	Susceptible to infection
Negative	Positive	Negative	Immune due to vaccination
Negative	Positive	Positive	Immune due to natural infection
Positive	Negative	Positive	Acute or chronic HBV infection
Negative	Negative	Positive	Possible scenarios: resolved infection, false positive, or chronic infection.

Clinical Use

This panel is recommended for individuals at risk for HBV infection, including those with exposure history, healthcare workers, and for routine screening.

Note

This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.