PROVIDER INITIATED TEST - The Hepatitis A Antibody, IgM test detects IgM antibodies produced in response to a recent or active hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection. Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection typically spread through contaminated food or water.
This test is commonly used to diagnose acute hepatitis A when symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, dark urine, or jaundice are present. A positive IgM result indicates a current or recent infection and helps guide appropriate clinical care and public health measures.
Hep A Ab, IgM
PROVIDER INITIATED TEST - The Hepatitis A Antibody, IgM test detects IgM antibodies produced in response to a recent or active hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection. Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection typically spread through contaminated food or water.
This test is commonly used to diagnose acute hepatitis A when symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, dark urine, or jaundice are present. A positive IgM result indicates a current or recent infection and helps guide appropriate clinical care and public health measures.
