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I recently had blood work done and was told my hepatitis b surface antibody is low. is a "booster" recommended, or am i still protected?
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Still protected: If you had the complete series of hepatitis B virus vaccine, i.e. all three doses, then you are protected, even with low HBs antibody. No booster is needed. Don't worry about it.
Answered 3/26/2017
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Booster: If you are below the threshold for immunity then an additional dose may help.
Answered 3/30/2017
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