Alternative Name(s)

Anti-HBc, IgM

 Clinical Significance

Hepatitis B core-specific IgM class antibody has been detected in most acute infections and is a reliable marker for acute disease. In some cases, hepatitis B core IgM antibody may be the only specific marker for the diagnosis of acute infection with hepatitis B virus.

WARNING: If you test positive for Hep B, the testing lab (NOT HTD) may be required by law to report your result to one or more government health agencies.