Markers of viral hepatitis

One of the most important human organs is the liver. It acts as a filter for substances entering the interior. The most dangerous diseases of this part are cirrhosis and viral hepatitis, the presence of which tell special markers. In the case of an unhealthy lifestyle and eating low-quality or too fatty foods, irreparable consequences may appear. But it is much easier to get infected with a virus - non-sterile instruments during surgery or at a dentist. In addition, often the disease enters a healthy body by using a single syringe with a needle. In rare cases, the ailment is transmitted sexually.

Specific markers of viral hepatitis

There are three main groups of viral hepatitis: A, B, C. Each of them is divided into its varieties. When infected, special antibodies (markers) appear in the blood, indicating a particular type of ailment.

Determination of the type of disease:

  1. Hepatitis A. To determine this disease, a special analysis (Anti-HAV) is used, which searches for IgM antibodies in the blood.
  2. Hepatitis B. A laboratory study is being conducted (Anti-HBs) showing the presence of HBs components.
  3. Hepatitis C. In this case, blood is taken to determine the antibodies to the appropriate type of disease. The analysis and corresponding markers are called Anti-HCV-total.

Blood sampling for analysis on viral hepatitis markers

To determine the presence of the disease, its type and stage, you need to pass a special blood test. Depending on the need determining some factors, the appropriate amount of scarlet liquid is taken. So, for example, to determine the quantitative index of the virus in the blood it will be enough and one small test tube. Despite this, you often need to know other indicators that affect the amount of delivery of the desired component.

Also, often with viral hepatitis, hepatic tests are assigned, the markers of which indicate the condition of the corresponding organ. In particular, this analysis points to the stage of development of fibrosis . Very rarely an operation is prescribed for this.