Hepatitis B serology Flashcards
1
Q
Anti HBc is what?
A
It is the core antibody that only develops if you have had an infection
IgM = acute
IgG = Chronic.
2
Q
What is anti HBs
A
The surface antibody that is only present if you have had the infection or been vaccinated.
3
Q
What does HbeAg signify/
A
E antigen, only present in active / acute infection.
4
Q
What does HBsAG?
A
Surface antigen, usually implies an acute infection.
Normally only present for 1-6months.
5
Q
if you have immunity after an infection, what will it show?
A
Anti HBs +ve and anti Hbc (IgG)
