What Is Serology for HEPA-B?
Serology Serology is the study of the blood, specifically the blood serum (the clear portion of the blood that can be separated from clotted blood), in order to make a diagnosis based on the presence of antibodies. Antibodies indicate the body is fighting a disease. Hepatitis A The hepatitis A virus spreads by fecal-oral contact and is common in underdeveloped areas and is associated with poor hygiene. Hepatitis A virus is the most common cause of acute viral hepatitis. Hepatitis A Serology Two antibodies are associated with hepatitis A: IgM and IgG. The former develops during acute infection and remains detectable for up to six months after infection. IgG develops after the infection and usually remains present for life. The IgG antibody indicates previous exposure to hepatitis A. Hepatitis B Hepatitis B is the second most common cause of acute viral hepatitis and is introduced parenterally (meaning other than via the intestines or digestive tract). It is typically spread via contamin