About Our Hepatitis A
Overview
Hepatitis A is a liver inflammation, caused by ingesting or interacting with food and water from a person infected with the virus, as well as through blood. The disease is known to be found in places that have less stringent drinking water sanitation practices, so it’s good to get tested before or after you travel. The incubation period of Hep A is 14-28 days, and can conclude in liver failure. This period may be accompanied by feelings of discomfort, malaise, or particularly dark-colored urine. Not everyone who is infected will show symptoms. Luckily, a vaccine for Hepatitis A does exist! If you test regularly and follow your suggested vaccination regimen, you’re likely to steer clear of Hep A and its consequences.
Test Contents
HAV Total and HAV Antibody test. The test is completed using the Immunoassay (IA) methods.
Symptoms
Symptoms of HAV include:
Jaundice: a condition that causes your skin and eyes to turn yellow
Fever
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Dark-colored urine
Pale-colored stool
Nausea and vomiting
When To Check
You should get tested for HAV if: You’re noticing unexplained sores on your body You’ve recently traveled You’ve recently had unprotected sex You haven’t checked in with your partners about their STD status Have multiple sex partners that haven’t been recently tested You learn your partner has an STD Are feeling or noticing symptoms in your body
How to test
Order Your Test
Choose the test you want to take to know your body better. Then, order your tests online.
Visit A Local Lab
With 2000+ locations, you’ll find a lab near you, easy. Bring your order number to the lab and get tested.
Get Your Result
Download your results from your secure online portal.
