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What Does Testing Positive For Hbsag In Eliza Test Mean?
hi I am 46. i rrecently wanted to donate blood to my father but was tested positve for hbsag. The eliza test in one hospital showed it was 7.44 but in another lab it was measred at 2360 with cut of index at 1. My hbeag is negative. My anti hbe antibody is reactive with 0.01 with cut of index 1. My antihbc is reactive and is 14.9 with cut of index 1. While my hb core 1gM is nonreative at 0.04 at cut of index 1. What should I o now
Mon, 30 Dec 2013
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I have gone through your query and understand your worries.
These results mean that your chronically infected with hepatitis B virus. Treatment is necessary to prevent the progression of the disease to chronic liver disease. Antiviral drugs do exist for this disease although some might be a little bit expensive. I would suggest you see a hepatogastroenterologist for proper follow-up.
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I have gone through your query and understand your worries.
These results mean that your chronically infected with hepatitis B virus. Treatment is necessary to prevent the progression of the disease to chronic liver disease. Antiviral drugs do exist for this disease although some might be a little bit expensive. I would suggest you see a hepatogastroenterologist for proper follow-up.
I hope that answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. We will be delighted to answer more questions from you.
I wish you good health
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