Gastro Flashcards
1
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Serum ascites albumin ratio to diagnose cirrhosis
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1.5
2
Q
Bacteria causing D&V after eating pre-prepared food?
A
Listeria
3
Q
Presence of Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg)
A
it is the first serum marker to be detected following initial infection.
4
Q
Presence of Anti-HBc IgM means?
A
The presence of anti-HBc IgM indicates recent infection within the last six months
5
Q
Presence of antibodies against HBeAg means?
A
HBeAg seroconversion is the development of antibodies against HBeAg (anti-HBe); it marks a transition from active disease to an inactive ‘carrier’ state.5 Anti-HBe remains in serum for life and indicates acquired, natural immunity (i.e. immunity from a previous infection only).
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