Hepatitis B Test

Determine your immunity against HBV due to vaccination or previous infection. Read more

Test details

Sample type:

Blood

Preparation:

You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. Fasting is not required for this test.

Test type: In Person

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$99.00

+ $6.00 Physician Service Fee

Quantity

What

Measure the blood levels of hepatitis B surface antibody to determine HBV immunity due to previous infection or vaccination.

Who

Must be 18+ years of age to purchase.

How

Blood

Where

Find a location near you

Schedule an appointment, then visit a Quest Diagnostics patient service center location.

About the Test

HBV is a viral infection that affects the liver. This test checks for the blood level of hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs) to determine if a person has developed immunity against the hepatitis B virus. A positive test result indicates immunity against hepatitis B infection, either from vaccination or previous HBV infection. A negative test result indicates the absence of antibodies to Hepatitis B and no evidence of immunity.

The liver is a vital organ that performs multiple bodily functions, including filtering blood, fighting infections, storing vitamins and minerals, breaking down substances, and producing bile, which is required for digestion. Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. When the liver gets inflamed or damaged, its ability to function is impaired. Hepatitis B is a specific type of liver infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus.¹

The Hepatitis B Titer Test determines the presence of hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs) in the blood, which indicates immunity against HBV due to vaccination or previous infection. The hepatitis B surface antibody (anti-HBs) is the antibody produced in response to hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), a protein present on the surface of the hepatitis B virus. This antibody appears after recovery from acute infection and may last for many years or for life after acute infection has been resolved. Anti-HBs can also be produced in response to hepatitis B vaccination.

These symptoms can be associated with other conditions. Regardless of your results, please discuss your symptoms with your doctor.

You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a test on questhealth.com. Purchases not permitted in: AK, AZ, HI.

You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. Fasting is not required for this test.

After you provide your specimen, it generally takes a few business days to process and release your test results. However, processing times may vary. Your test results will be available in a clear and easy-to-read report. If your results indicate possible infection, you will receive an alert call from an independent healthcare coordinator. Independent physicians are available to discuss questions or concerns you may have regarding your results.

How it works

In-person
In-home sample collection

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Complete your test sample collection during your scheduled appointment.

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After you make a purchase, Quest Mobile will contact you to schedule an in-home sample collection appointment.

In-home sample collection

A Quest Mobile phlebotomist will collect your sample and deliver it to Quest Diagnostics.

Get fast results online

Access results online as soon as they’re available. Discuss your results with an independent physician at no extra cost.

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FAQs

Who has an increased risk of contracting HBV and should be tested?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends HBV screening for individuals with an increased risk of infection, including the following¹:

All pregnant people
Infants born to mothers with HBV
People at risk of HBV infection due to sexual exposure
People who currently use or have recently injected drugs
People who live with or have had sexual contact with people with HBV
Healthcare and safety workers who have contact with blood and body fluids
Residents of and travelers to areas where HBV is common
People who live or work in a prison
People who haven't received an HBV vaccine
People undergoing immunosuppressive therapy
People undergoing hemodialysis treatment

Can I use my FSA or HSA funds to purchase tests at questhealth.com?

You may be able to use your FSA or HSA funds to purchase lab tests at questhealth.com. Please review your FSA/HSA plan or check with a tax professional to confirm specific requirements for individual eligibility.

Our references

¹Hepatitis B overview. CDC. cdc.gov/hepatitis/hbv/bfaq.htm

Tests purchased on questhealth.com are only for individuals who intend to pay directly for testing and do not want to submit a claim for reimbursement under their health insurance.

Hepatitis B Test