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HBsAb - Hepatitis B Surface Antibody

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Updated September 03, 2009

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Definition: The HBsAb test looks for antibodies that your immune system makes in response to the surface protein of the hepatitis B virus.

When HBsAb is positive (antibodies are present), it usually means that you have recovered from hepatitis B infection and have some immunity, or that you once received the hepatitis B vaccination and are immune.

Also Known As: Anti-HBs
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