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Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel in Alaska

Below is a plain-language overview of the hepatitis a, b & c test panel. This panel checks for hepatitis A, B, and C by looking for antibodies and antigens in your blood. It helps assess whether you have been exposed to or are currently infected with any of these viruses.

Sample typeBlood and/or urine at a collection lab
ReferralIncluded — no referral from your own doctor needed

Lab requirements in Alaska

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel in AK. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.

Physician's order
Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
Fasting
Fasting is required for this test — follow the collection lab's instructions.
Preparation
Preparation for this test is generally minimal, but you should follow the specific instructions provided by the collection lab. This may include fasting or avoiding certain medications, so…
Sample & visit
A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
Identification
Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
Turnaround
1-3 business days
Availability
Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.

Before you go

  • Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
  • Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
  • No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
  • A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
  • Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.

Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.

What this test is

The Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel is a blood test that screens for three different hepatitis viruses at once. It detects antibodies your body makes in response to infection and antigens that are part of the viruses themselves. This combination helps distinguish between past exposure, current infection, and immunity from vaccination.

What it measures

  • Hepatitis A IgM antibody — indicates a recent or acute hepatitis A infection
  • Hepatitis A total antibody — shows past infection or vaccination against hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B surface antigen — indicates current hepatitis B infection
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody — shows immunity from vaccination or past infection
  • Hepatitis B core antibody — indicates past or ongoing hepatitis B infection
  • Hepatitis C antibody — suggests exposure to hepatitis C virus

What the test involves

A healthcare professional collects a small sample of blood from a vein in your arm using a standard blood draw. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order this panel if you have symptoms of hepatitis, such as fatigue, jaundice, or abdominal pain, or if you have risk factors for viral hepatitis. It is also used to screen people who may have been exposed to these viruses through travel, work, or other circumstances.

Preparation

Preparation for this test is generally minimal, but you should follow the specific instructions provided by the collection lab. This may include fasting or avoiding certain medications, so always check with the lab beforehand.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported as positive or negative for each virus marker, sometimes with additional information about the stage of infection. Reference ranges and interpretive criteria can vary between laboratories, so your results should be discussed with your healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Whether fasting or other preparation is needed
  • How long results will take at that specific lab
  • Whether any medications or supplements should be avoided

Cities

Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel in Alaska communities

Choose your city for local context and to order this test.

Anchorage292,545Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFairbanks64,160Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelJuneau32,240Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBadger19,226Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKnik-Fairview18,282Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCollege11,797Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelTanaina10,314Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNorth Lakes9,941Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWasilla9,098Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSitka8,518Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKalifornsky8,428Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelMeadow Lakes8,367Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKetchikan8,150Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKenai7,452Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSteele Creek7,399Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSouth Lakes6,421Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGateway6,305Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBethel6,273Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSterling6,016Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPalmer5,978Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKodiak5,682Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelChena Ridge5,643Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHomer5,531Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelUtqiagvik5,123Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFishhook5,055Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSoldotna4,370Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelUnalaska4,339Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNikiski4,232Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFarmers Loop4,216Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelValdez3,966Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelButte3,857Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelMill Bay3,719Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNome3,685Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPetersburg3,259Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelEielson AFB3,240Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKotzebue3,199Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBig Lake2,888Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNorth Pole2,825Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGoldstream2,822Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelEster2,719Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRidgeway2,689Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSeward2,614Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCordova2,588Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFarm Loop2,549Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelAnchor Point2,288Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKodiak Station2,183Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWrangell2,162Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFritz Creek2,145Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelDillingham2,133Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelDeltana2,022Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWillow1,965Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLazy Mountain1,766Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHouston1,739Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHaines1,571Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCohoe1,557Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBear Creek1,524Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPrudhoe Bay1,500Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelMetlakatla1,445Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelDiamond Ridge1,409Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPoint MacKenzie1,364Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel