Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
- Receive your results digitally by email
What is Hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is an infectious disease caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV), which affects the liver. The virus can cause both acute and chronic infections, leading to inflammation of the liver, which may result in reduced liver function, liver cirrhosis, and even liver cancer.
Why should you get tested for Hepatitis B?
Testing for Hepatitis B is essential to detect the presence of the virus in your body, especially since early stages of the infection are often asymptomatic. It is particularly useful for people at increased risk of infection, such as healthcare workers, people engaging in unprotected sex, intravenous drug users, and individuals traveling to areas where Hepatitis B is more prevalent.
What does it indicate?
A test for Hepatitis B can detect various markers of the virus, including the surface antigen (HBsAg), which indicates an active infection. It can also detect antibodies against the virus, which may suggest a previous infection or successful vaccination.
What does a high Hepatitis B level mean?
A high level of HBsAg in the blood indicates an active Hepatitis B infection. This means the virus is present and multiplying in the body, which can cause damage to the liver.
What does a low Hepatitis B level mean?
A low level or the absence of HBsAg may indicate recovery from a Hepatitis B infection or that someone is not infected. Detecting antibodies against the virus may suggest immunity to Hepatitis B, either through vaccination or a previous infection.
Hepatitis B surface antigen
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what people usually want to know.
How does it work from order to result?
After ordering we generate a referral letter and email you the instructions. You pick a collection point yourself and book an appointment there. Blood is drawn at the location, processed at the lab, and your result arrives digitally.
How quickly can I get tested?
Usually very quickly. Collection points typically have slots within a few days, sometimes even same-day. It depends on how busy the location is. For a few specialist analyses we first ship collection materials, which takes a bit longer.
Do I need to book an appointment?
At most collection points yes. Some accept walk-ins. This is clearly indicated per location. You choose the location that works best for you.
