Hepatology

HBsAg is a simple antibody test that tells you whether Hepatitis B infection is present. HBV DNA PCR measures the exact amount of virus in your blood (viral load), which your doctor uses to decide whether antiviral treatment is needed and how well the treatment is working.

If you have known liver disease, diabetes, are on regular medications (statins, methotrexate, anti-TB drugs), or consume alcohol regularly, an LFT every 6 months is advisable. Healthy individuals are recommended an annual check as part of a full body package.

Blood tests like ALT, AST, GGT, and lipid profile can suggest fatty liver, but the definitive diagnosis requires ultrasound or fibroscan. Altus Lab's hepatology panel combined with an ultrasound referral gives your doctor the complete picture.

Yes. Our NABL accreditation and reports are accepted for visa medicals, insurance underwriting, and employer health checks at all major centres in the tricity.

Yes. All hepatitis blood tests — including HBsAg, HCV antibody, HBV DNA PCR and LFT — are available via free home collection across Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula.