The Hepatitis A IgM looks at antibodies showing recent hepatitis A. It is done for: jaundice, especially in children and the monsoon.
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The Hepatitis A IgM looks at antibodies showing recent hepatitis A. It is done for: jaundice, especially in children and the monsoon. Why it is done: Jaundice, especially in children and the monsoon. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
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Jaundice, especially in children and the monsoon.
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Recent hepatitis A. Low or negative may mean: Not hepatitis A. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Antibodies showing recent hepatitis A.
Blood
Recent hepatitis A.
Not hepatitis A.
Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
What does the Hepatitis A IgM measure?
Antibodies showing recent hepatitis A.
Why is the Hepatitis A IgM done?
Jaundice, especially in children and the monsoon.
Do I need to fast for the Hepatitis A IgM?
No fasting needed.
What does a high or positive Hepatitis A IgM mean?
Recent hepatitis A.
What does a low or negative Hepatitis A IgM mean?
Not hepatitis A.
What is the normal range for the Hepatitis A IgM?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.
Why is Hepatitis A IgM done?
Jaundice, especially in children and the monsoon.
Do I need to prepare or fast for Hepatitis A IgM?
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Recent hepatitis A. Low or negative may mean: Not hepatitis A. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references