Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

If a case of hepatitis B is suspected then _____

If an outbreak of hepatitis A is suspected or the patient is a food handler, then _____

Hepatitis B serology: HbsAg _____ Anti-HBs +ve Anti-HBc +ve = previous infection

Approximately _____% of infants born to hepatitis B +ve mothers will get chronic hepatitis B

What is the lifestyle advice must be given to anyone with hepatitis? _____

Hepatitis B serology: _____ is positive when there is immunity from previous infection or vaccination

Hepatitis B serology: HbsAg _____ Anti-HBs -ve Anti-HBc -ve = susceptible

What initial investigations should be done for hepatitis A? _____

Hint: 2

Those at high risk of Hepatitis A (e.g. close contact) can be offered a _____

LFTs for hepatitis B will show: _____ ALT & AST Normal or ↑ bilirubin ↑ PT