interpretation of hepatitis b result

[shareef1020]

Hello,

I got my results and i am scared. i need a second opinion,would anyone help me to intrpret them:

HBc IgM neg. 0.08

HBc Abs (IgG) positive 15.79

HBs Ag positive 5113 ( why it is so highy unlike others?)

HBe Abs positive 0.02

HBe Antigen meg. 0.24

Also, i would be greateful if you answer these questions:

1. Is it active or deactive?

2.  Should I start therapy?

3. Is their a risk of infectivity?

4. What actions should i take?

Thank you

[shareef1020]

Thank you

[StephenCastlecrag]

Generally, there is no need to start treatment if ALT is < 30 iu/ml for male and 19 iu/ml for female. This should be based on persistent ALT level, not just a single reading.

[shareef1020]

Thank you for the answer,

I did the HBV dna, and still waiting for the results. ALT/ GPT is 33 IU/ L.

as the docotor said, the treatments should be considered if the alt is highy, and in my case, it's not. Do you agree with this?

Thanks again

[StephenCastlecrag]

1. Is it active or deactive?
This will depend on your viral load (hbvdna) and ALT level.

2.  Should I start therapy?
Since you are HBeAg-ve, if your hepatitis is active, treatment should be considered.

3. Is their a risk of infectivity?
Yes, but the degree of infectivity will depend on your viral load.

4. What actions should i take?
Test your viral load and see a doctor who specializes in Hepatitis B. Hepatitis B is a chronic disease, there are very effective treatments to control the disease, so no need to fear.