HBSAG and HBSAB

What are HBSAG and HBSAB?

HBSAG (Hepatitis B surface antigen) is a marker that indicates the active presence of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the body. A positive result means the person is infected and carries the virus. HBSAB (Hepatitis B surface antibody) indicates that a person has developed immunity against Hepatitis B or has recovered from an infection. Hepatitis B is a serious viral infection affecting the liver and is an important contagious disease. As İZKA OSGB, we monitor the contagious disease status of your employees with HBSAG and HBSAB tests during the pre-employment health report process and periodic health checks.

Why are HBSAG and HBSAB Tests Done?

HBSAG and HBSAB tests are performed to determine whether employees, especially those working in sectors affecting public health such as healthcare, food production, and education, carry contagious diseases. These tests serve the following purposes:

• Detecting Hepatitis B carriers: The HBSAG test shows whether a person carries the Hepatitis B virus.
• Immune status: The HBSAB test shows whether a person has developed immunity against Hepatitis B, including post-vaccination immunity.
• Pre-employment health report: These tests confirm that employees do not carry contagious diseases as part of the pre-employment health screening.

İZKA OSGB helps you maintain hygiene and safety at your workplace by monitoring your employees’ health status with the most current and reliable methods using HBSAG and HBSAB tests.

How are HBSAG and HBSAB Tests Performed?

HBSAG and HBSAB tests are done by taking a blood sample. In the laboratory, the presence of the Hepatitis B virus or immunity in the blood is checked.

• HBSAG Positive: Indicates that the person carries the Hepatitis B virus. The infection may be active, and the person is contagious.
• HBSAB Positive: Indicates that the person has recovered from the infection or gained immunity through vaccination.

Based on the results, treatment plans may be made for infected individuals, or additional precautions may be taken for those with detected immunity.

What Do Positive HBSAG and HBSAB Results Mean?

• HBSAG Positive: Shows the person is a carrier of the Hepatitis B virus and contagious. The virus may be active and can cause serious liver health issues.
• HBSAB Positive: Indicates recovery from infection or vaccination and immunity against Hepatitis B. The person is not at risk of spreading Hepatitis B.

The results of HBSAG and HBSAB tests are crucial for workplace health and safety. Hepatitis B and other contagious diseases can spread in workplaces and endanger both employees and public health.

Who Should Get HBSAG and HBSAB Tests?

These tests are especially important for people working in high-risk professions. The following groups should be tested:

• Healthcare workers who are at risk of direct contact with Hepatitis B virus.
• Food industry employees due to the risk of spreading contagious diseases.
• Workers in the education sector, especially those working with children or large groups.
• Public service workers in sectors impacting community health.

Also, it is important to check immunity status of individuals vaccinated against Hepatitis B and perform these tests during pre-employment health screening.

Importance of HBSAG and HBSAB Tests

These tests are critical for early detection of Hepatitis B carriers and controlling contagion. Regular testing in workplaces prevents the spread of contagious diseases and protects employee health.

Regular HBSAG and HBSAB testing:

• Prevents the spread of contagious diseases.
• Protects employee health.
• Ensures hygiene and safety standards in the workplace.

Where Are HBSAG and HBSAB Tests Performed?

HBSAG and HBSAB tests are conducted in hospitals, health centers, and workplace health units. İZKA OSGB facilitates these tests at your workplace, helping you maintain the highest levels of employee health and safety. Additionally, these tests are performed as part of the pre-employment health report process to keep employee health status under control.