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2007. Hepatitis B virus (HBV), HBeAg
Description
HBeAg is a marker of active replication of the hepatitis B virus in the human body. A positive result indicates acute HBV infection. If the antigen remains positive for more than two months after initial detection, this may indicate possible chronicity of the infection. In chronic HBV infection, HBeAg is an important marker for determining the phase of the disease, assessing the future extent and frequency of laboratory monitoring, initiating antiviral therapy, and monitoring the effectiveness of treatment.
When and who needs the test?
- If you have symptoms of HBV.
- For acute and chronic HBV infection.
- Before starting antiviral therapy.
- To monitor the effectiveness of the therapy.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...
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