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HBV DNA PCR / Hepatitis B Viral DNA Quantitative

Parameters1 tested
SampleBlood
FastingNot required
Report in2-3 days

How to prepare

No fasting needed

You can eat and drink normally before the test.

Good to know

No special preparation needed.

Medicines

Tell our phlebotomist about any medicines you take. Don't stop them without asking your doctor.

Comfortable clothes

Wear a loose sleeve so the sample can be taken easily from your arm.

How it works

Book onlinePick a time slot
Home visitSealed, sterile kit
Lab testingBarcode tracked
ReportIn 2-3 days

About this test

HBV DNA PCR measures the amount of hepatitis B virus in your blood (viral load). It shows how actively the virus is multiplying and helps decide and monitor treatment.

Why is this test done?

  • Decide whether to start hepatitis B treatment
  • Monitor response to antiviral medicines
  • Check risk of passing infection in pregnancy

Symptoms — when should you get tested?

  • Known HBsAg positive
  • Raised liver enzymes
  • Pregnancy with hepatitis B

Normal range

HBV DNA Not detected IU/mL

Reference ranges differ slightly between labs, methods, age and sex. Always discuss your report with your doctor.

If your result is high

A high viral load means the virus is active and the risk of liver damage and spread is higher.

Common reasons
  • Active chronic hepatitis B
  • Treatment failure or drug resistance
  • Missed doses

How is the test done?

  1. 1
    Book online

    Choose your slot for home collection or a visit to our centre.

  2. 2
    Blood sample taken

    A trained phlebotomist takes a small blood sample from a vein in your arm with a sealed, single-use needle. It takes about 2 minutes.

  3. 3
    Tested in our lab

    Your barcoded sample is tested on automated machines with strict quality checks.

  4. 4
    Report on WhatsApp

    A pathologist checks the result and the report reaches you on WhatsApp and email.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. On treatment, the goal is "not detected".

No fasting is needed for this test. You can eat and drink normally.

Your report is usually ready in 2-3 days after the sample reaches our lab. We send it on WhatsApp and email, and you can also download it from the Reports page.

Please call our team to confirm whether home sample collection is available for your location and test.

This test needs a blood sample. No special preparation needed.

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