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What is some type of antibody positive?
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Unclear question: We all have many antibodies and most are good. Some like antibody to hepatitis virus indicate exposure to that organism. Antibodies to tetanus, diphtheria are due to immunization and protect against these diseases.
Answered 12/20/2013
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Exposure: A positive antibody response indicates prior exposure to that agent. Some of the antibodies means nothing more than just that. Others may provide defense or cause diseases.
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