Additional information
| REQUIREMENT(S) | 3CC CLOTTED BLOOD OR SERUM |
|---|---|
| SPECIMEN | BLOOD |
| TEST DURATION | 5 TO 7 DAYS |
HBeAg
HBeAg and anti-HBe: HBeAg is the hepatitis B envelope antigen, and anti-HBe are the antibodies produced against this antigen. If HBeAg is detectable in a blood sample, this means that the virus is still active in the liver (and can be transmitted to others).
