Hepatitis B serology Flashcards by Ben Callaghan

Q

What implies immunity

A

Anti-HBs

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What implies previous or current infection

A

Anti-HBc

Present for around 6 months

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What implies acute disease?

A

HbsAg,

if present for > 6 months implies chronic disease

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What happens after Anti-HBc goes away?

A

IgG anti-HBc persists

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