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Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel in New Mexico

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 New Mexico

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

Choose your city for local context and to order this test.

Albuquerque765,693Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLas Cruces141,399Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRio Rancho102,403Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSanta Fe99,439Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRoswell48,347Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelFarmington46,696Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHobbs39,476Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelClovis38,505Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSouth Valley36,583Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCarlsbad31,525Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelAlamogordo31,201Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGallup21,901Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLos Lunas17,072Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSunland Park16,488Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelDeming14,730Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelChaparral14,098Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLos Alamos13,270Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLas Vegas13,247Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelArtesia12,637Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNorth Valley12,594Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPortales12,151Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLovington11,505Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelEspañola10,492Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSilver City9,694Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelGrants9,208Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBernalillo9,049Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelAnthony8,748Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSocorro8,553Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCorrales8,488Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelShiprock8,452Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRuidoso7,636Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBloomfield7,514Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBelen7,374Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelZuni Pueblo7,012Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelTaos6,524Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelAztec6,283Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelNorth Hobbs6,148Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelEdgewood6,106Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRaton6,082Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelTruth or Consequences6,078Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelSanta Teresa6,037Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLos Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelWhite Rock5,716Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelEldorado at Santa Fe5,419Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelTucumcari5,221Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelEl Cerro Mission5,103Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelCrouch Mesa4,997Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLos Chaves4,938Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelRio Communities4,904Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLee Acres4,851Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelParadise Hills4,442Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelMeadow Lake4,248Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelKirtland AFB4,142Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelHolloman AFB4,128Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelLa Cienega4,110Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelBosque Farms4,010Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPlacitas3,863Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelPeralta3,392Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelChimayo3,208Hepatitis A, B & C Test PanelVado3,199Hepatitis A, B & C Test Panel