what type of blood test are ordered for hepatitis b
Specific Tests for Hepatitis B. There are many different blood tests for detecting the hepatitis B virus. Standard tests include: 1  Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). 2  A positive result indicates active infection, either acute or chronic. 3  Antibody to hepatitis B core antigen (Anti-HBc).here are many different blood tests for detecting the hepatitis B virus. Standard tests include: 1  Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). 2  A positive result indicates active infection, either acute or chronic.