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When "experts" on the internet say you have to retest for hep b again after 6 month. is that for people who test positive at week 12, and for ruling out a chronic infection after 6 month?

Q: when "experts" on the internet say you have to retest for hep b again after 6 month. is that for people who test positive at week 12, and for ruling out a chronic infection after 6 month?

: Never trust the internet for medical advice, I would go to CDC.gov and read what real experts recommend. Dont bet your life o Google. m

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Never trust the internet for medical advice, I would go to CDC.gov and read what real experts recommend. Dont bet your life o Google. m

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Answered 3/7/2023

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A member asked:

When "experts" on the internet say you have to retest for hep b again after 6 month. is that for people who test positive at week 12, and for ruling out a chronic infection after 6 month?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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