Hepatitis A IgG, IgM

This test can be used to look for both recent and past exposure to Hepatitis A. It can also be used to verify immunity to Hep A. Hepatitis A is a liver infection which is typically spread through exposure to contaminated fecal matter. Some of the common ways Hep A is spread include

• Through contaminated drinking water
• Eating food prepared by someone who has not properly washed their hands
• Eating produce that has not been properly washed
• Eating seafood raised in contaminated water
• Through some forms of sexual contact
• Exposure to infected blood

The Hepatitis A total test looks for 2 types of antibodies. IgM antibodies develop soon after exposure and fade away after a couple of months. IgG antibodies develop later and remain present in the body. The presence of IgM antibodies indicates a recent exposure to the virus and the possibility of an acute infection. Typically, IgG antibodies provide immunity to Hep A for people who have had a past infection or have received a vaccination.

• Sample of blood serum
• We perform the test daily