Hepatitis B Antibodies Flashcards
1
Q
What is HBsAg?
A
More sensitive marker of infection
2
Q
What is HBeAg?
A
Indicates high-level viral replication
3
Q
What is antiHBc?
A
Not protective
4
Q
What is antiHBcIgM?
A
Indicates an acute infection
5
Q
What is antiHBe?
A
Indicates partial control
6
Q
What is AntiHBs?
A
Indicates past infection
7
Q
What do you look for in an inoculated patient?
A
AntiHBs