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What are the risks if i did not take the complete 3 dose series (i.e taken only 2 shots) of hepatitis a&b vaccines?

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Dr. Gloria Lopez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

3 doses are required: 2 doses are better than none, but the complete 3 vaccines series is necessary to achieve an adequate level of immunity.

Answered 10/8/2013

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No immunity: Have your doctor check antibody titers.

Answered 3/16/2013

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