Hep viruses Flashcards
What immunoglobin will be present during an acute infection with HepA?
Anti-HepA IgM
What immunoglobin will be present when a pt has had a past infection/vaccination for HepA?
Anti-HepA IgG
Is there a vaccine available for HepA?
Yes
The mortality rate in what population of individuals is increased with HepE infection?
Pregnant pts
-Fatal fulminant hepatitis, Encephalopathy, and DIC
What markers are present during an acute HepB infection?
HbeAg
HbsAg
What markers are present during the window period of HepB infection?
Anti-Hbe and Anti-Hbc
What marker is present if an pt has been immunized for HepB?
Anti-ABs
What markers are present if a pt has been infected by HepB and cleared the virus?
Anti-HBs and Anti-HBc
What portion of the HepD virus is cytotoxic?
Delta antigen –dramatically increases the incidence of fulminant hepatitis