A clinic blood test measuring the amount of Hepatitis B virus in the blood, used to monitor people with a known chronic Hepatitis B infection. Suited to those already diagnosed, rather than as a first check.
1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.
Hepatitis B viral load measures the amount of virus present in the blood rather than simply whether you have been exposed. Better2Know's description focuses on people already diagnosed with chronic Hepatitis B, including those starting antiviral treatment or being monitored for liver complications.
At £495, this is the most expensive test in our Hepatitis B comparison group by a wide margin, well above the £79.25 median and Better2Know's own £145 Hepatitis B Test or £70 home kits, which check exposure or immunity rather than viral load. Results take up to 5 working days, longer than the 1-day turnaround quoted for the other Hepatitis B tests in this group.
It scores well for measuring exactly what it sets out to and for a detailed description of who the test suits, but poorly on price and, to a lesser extent, on collection convenience given the longer turnaround. It also loses marks on results and follow-up because results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.
This suits people who already have a diagnosed chronic Hepatitis B infection and need their viral load checked, for example before or during antiviral treatment, or as part of monitoring for liver complications, as Better2Know's own description sets out. If you want to find out for the first time whether you have Hepatitis B, Better2Know's own £145 Hepatitis B Test or £70 home kits are built for that instead.
A clinician takes a venous blood sample at a clinic appointment, or during a home nurse visit. The sample is sent for testing, with results reported within 5 working days of reaching the lab. Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard, despite the seriousness of the condition this test is used to monitor.
This test measures how much Hepatitis B virus is in your blood, which Better2Know's own description positions as a way to monitor a known chronic infection. At £495 it is by far the most expensive test in our Hepatitis B comparison group, over six times the £79.25 group median, and results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.
The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.
A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.
Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 5 days, slower than similar tests.
Results are not doctor-reviewed and no consultation is included; the provider does not describe the report format.
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£495.00 against a comparison-group median of £79.25 (+525%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
This test belongs to our Hepatitis B test comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
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Priciest Hepatitis B option in its comparison group
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Lowest-priced hepatitis B immunity check we track
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Below-average price for a Hepatitis B immunity check
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Same single marker as Medichecks' £55 test, priced at £189
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Same infection check, twice the price of the home kit
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Priced well above every peer in its Hepatitis B group
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Most expensive test in its Hepatitis B comparison group
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Immunity check, pricier than Better2Know's own home kit
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Costliest single hepatitis B check against its peers
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Second-priciest test in the Hepatitis B range
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Cheap, at-home Hepatitis B antigen test with fast results
This test checks for Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, which shows whether you have been infected with Hepatitis B within the past few weeks. It suits anyone wanting a fast, at-home check after a possible exposure.
Hepatitis B immunity check, pricier than LloydsPharmacy's
This test measures Hepatitis B Surface Antibody levels, used to check whether Hepatitis B vaccination has produced adequate immunity. It suits anyone who needs to confirm immune status, including for occupational health.
Below the group median, but not the cheapest antigen check
Checks for hepatitis B surface antigen, the marker used to detect a current infection, via a simple blood test. Suits anyone wanting to check for active hepatitis B after possible exposure.
Not the cheapest hepatitis B immunity check available
Checks for hepatitis B surface antibodies to confirm immunity from vaccination or past infection; it does not detect a current infection. Suits people who need proof of protection for work, travel or healthcare requirements.
