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Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel in Missouri

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 Missouri

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel in MO. 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 Missouri communities

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St. Louis2,092,481Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKansas City1,644,497Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSpringfield298,722Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelColumbia136,736Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelIndependence122,230Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLee's Summit100,772Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelO'Fallon90,802Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelJoplin81,025Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSt. Joseph80,099Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSt. Charles70,218Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBlue Springs58,265Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSt. Peters57,289Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFlorissant52,382Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelChesterfield49,675Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWentzville43,213Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelJefferson City43,076Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCape Girardeau39,415Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWildwood35,384Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelOakville35,357Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelUniversity City34,953Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBallwin30,998Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLiberty30,129Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRaytown29,893Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKirkwood29,233Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelMehlville28,672Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelMaryland Heights28,141Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGladstone26,825Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGrandview25,931Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHazelwood25,466Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBelton23,832Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWebster Groves23,817Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNixa22,925Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRaymore22,722Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSedalia21,696Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelOzark20,874Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelArnold20,808Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelOld Jamestown20,382Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRolla19,949Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWarrensburg19,509Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelAffton18,925Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFerguson18,826Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelConcord18,760Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCreve Coeur18,648Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRepublic18,313Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelManchester18,308Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFarmington17,959Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSpanish Lake17,721Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKirksville17,600Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHannibal17,165Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelClayton16,905Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLake St. Louis16,665Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPoplar Bluff16,318Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLemay16,312Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSikeston16,054Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelOverland15,908Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFort Leonard Wood15,629Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGrain Valley15,435Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCarthage15,395Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelJackson15,272Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLebanon14,880Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel