HB Serology Flashcards
1
Q
Susceptible
A
HB surface antigen: negative
HB core antibodies: negative
HB surface antibodies: negative
Need to get vaccinated
2
Q
Acutely infected
A
HB surface antigen: positive
HB core antibodies: positive
HB surface antibodies: negative
IgM HB core antibodies: positive
3
Q
Chronically infected
A
HB surface antigen: positive
HB core antibodies: positive
HB surface antibodies: negative
IgM HB core antibodies: negative
4
Q
Immune from vaccination
A
HB surface antigen: negative
HB core antibody: negative
HB surface antibody: positive
5
Q
Immune from infection
A
HB surface antigen: negative
HB core antibody: positive
HB surface antibody: positive