ASCP MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - MLT(ASCP) ASCP-MLT Question # 98 Topic 8 Discussion

ASCP MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - MLT(ASCP) ASCP-MLT Question # 98 Topic 8 Discussion

ASCP-MLT Exam Topic 8 Question 98 Discussion:
Question #: 98
Topic #: 8

HbsAg is positive in acute and chronic Hepatitis B infections, since the antigen is found on the actual surface of the virus. HbeAg is present in the blood when the hepatitis B viruses are replicating, indicating an active infection. Anti-Hbc IgM is present due to the immune response to the presence of the hepatitis core antigen and indicates an acute infection. Anti-HBs is generally interpreted as indicating recovery and immunity from hepatitis B virus infection, according to the CDC.

Given the following results, what is the immune status of the patient?

HbsAg: positive

HbeAg: positive

Anti-HBc IgM: positive

Anti-HBs: negative


A.

acute infection


B.

chronic infection


C.

immunization


D.

susceptible


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