Hepatitis B virus surface antigen is one of the earliest markers of infection with hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B virus surface antigen is tested for in the differential diagnosis of hepatitis. It is the first detectable viral antigen to appear during infection with this virus; however, early in an infection, this antigen may not be present and it may be undetectable later in the infection as it is being cleared by the host.

Anti-Hepatitis B Virus Surface Antigen Antibody, clone H21F8-1 detects level of Hepatitis B Virus Surface Antigen & has been published & validated for use in IF.

Stable for 12 months when stored at -20°C from date of shipment

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