2: Hep B Serologic Tests Flashcards
1
Q
Anti-HBc
A
Total Hep B core antiBODY
2
Q
Indicates the patient has had an acute infection within the past 6 months.
A
Immunoglobulin M antibody to hepatitis B core antigen
3
Q
Indicates the patient has previous or ongoing infection in an undefined time frame.
A
Total hepatitis B core antibody (anti-HBc, IgM and IgG)
4
Q
Anti-HBs
A
Hep B surface antiBODY
5
Q
Indicates the patient has immunity resulting from vaccination or previous infection.
A
Hepatitis B surface antibody
6
Q
HBsAg
A
Hep B surface antiGEN
7
Q
Antibody is produced in response to the core antigen later in the course of the infection and usually persists for life.
A
Immunoglobulin G
8
Q
Indicates the patient has acute or chronic hepatitis B virus infection and can transmit it to others.
A
Hepatitis B surface antigen
