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Re: anti-HBs
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Re: anti-HBs
by HFHS-MD-dm, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By HFHSM.D.-DM on May 17, 1998 at 14:25:27:
In Reply to: anti-HBs posted by Rima on May 14, 1998 at 14:12:45:
Is one dose of engerix-B for adult sufficient to have a positive anti-HBs in the blood test ?
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Dear Rima
Engerix-B is a recombinant vaccine to prevent infection with the hepatitis B virus. Three injections are currently recommended because three are needed to provide protection in over 95% of individuals receiving the vaccine and to provide protection that lasts at least five years. It is possible to have a positive anti-HBs after one dose and at least half of recipients will do so. However, three doses are recommended to provide protective levels of anti-HBs in over 95% of patients receiving the vaccine.
I hope this information is helpful to you. Please let us know if you have any additional information or questions. You can contact us directly at Henry Ford at (313) 556-8865. This response is being provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Always check with your personal physician when you have a question pertaining to your health.
In Reply to: anti-HBs posted by Rima on May 14, 1998 at 14:12:45:
Is one dose of engerix-B for adult sufficient to have a positive anti-HBs in the blood test ?
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Dear Rima
Engerix-B is a recombinant vaccine to prevent infection with the hepatitis B virus. Three injections are currently recommended because three are needed to provide protection in over 95% of individuals receiving the vaccine and to provide protection that lasts at least five years. It is possible to have a positive anti-HBs after one dose and at least half of recipients will do so. However, three doses are recommended to provide protective levels of anti-HBs in over 95% of patients receiving the vaccine.
I hope this information is helpful to you. Please let us know if you have any additional information or questions. You can contact us directly at Henry Ford at (313) 556-8865. This response is being provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or consultation. Always check with your personal physician when you have a question pertaining to your health.
