Information Regarding Hepatitis B Results
Hepatitis B results and interpretation
Hepatitis B results are complex as they reflect different stages of hepatitis B infection.
- Hepatitis B surface antigen positive confirms infection and referral to specialist services is indicated.
| Results | Interpretation | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| HB sAg + coreAb + sAb <10 | Cronic Infection | Refer patient - test/vaccinate contacts |
| HB sAg + coreAb - sAb <10 | Chronic Infection | Refer patient - test/vaccinate contacts |
| HB sAg + coreAb - sAb <10 core IgM + | Acute Infection | Monitor / refer if complicated / test vaccinate contacts |
| HB sAg - coreAb + sAb >10 | Past infection | No action required |
| HB sAg - coreAb + sAb <10 | Unclear | Discuss with Virologist |
| Hb sAg - coreAb - sAb 10-100 | Partial response to vaccination | Booster required |
| Hb sAg - coreAb - sAb >100 | Full response to vaccination | No action required |