Diagnostic testing for hepatitis should include:

1. CBC.
2. Hepatitis B surface antigen.
3. Hemoglobin and hematocrit.
4. Liver antibodies.


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1. A CBC will not give an indication of Hepatitis.
2. Testing for the Hepatitis antigen is needed to be able to make a diagnosis.
3. Hemoglobin and hematocrit do not give a diagnosis for Hepatitis.
4. Liver antibodies may indicate liver damage, but not Hepatitis.

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