Hepatitis B core antigen – Total Antibodies (HBC)

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HBc Total test detects total antibodies (IgM + IgG) against Hepatitis B core antigen to identify current or past Hepatitis B infection.

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Test Details

Also Known As

Anti-HBc Total Test, HBcAb Total, Hepatitis B Core Antibody Test, HBV Core Antibody Total, Anti-HBc Test

Sample Type

Blood

Gender

Male, Female

Age Group

All Ages

Pathology

Test Code

The Hepatitis B Core Antigen – Total Antibodies (HBc Total) test measures the combined presence of IgM and IgG antibodies produced in response to the core antigen of Hepatitis B virus (HBV).

These antibodies appear after natural exposure to the virus and are not produced by vaccination, making this test crucial for distinguishing between past infection and vaccine-induced immunity. A positive HBc Total result indicates current infection (acute or chronic) or previous exposure to HBV. This test is often interpreted alongside HBsAg, Anti-HBs, and HBc IgM to accurately determine the stage of infection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It indicates current or past Hepatitis B infection, not vaccination.

No, vaccination does not produce core antibodies.

It helps, but HBc IgM is required to confirm acute infection.

It may indicate past infection, window period, or low-level chronic infection.

No, fasting is not required.

Yes, especially for comprehensive HBV profiling and donor screening.

Hepatitis B core antigen – Total Antibodies (HBC)