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Hepatitis B (HBV)

Detection Window

60 days after exposure

Retest Interval

Every 365 days

Transmission

Transmitted through blood, sexual fluids, and from mother to child.

Testing

Blood test (HBsAg, anti-HBs). Vaccine available and highly effective.

Treatment

Acute: supportive care. Chronic: antivirals. Vaccination prevents infection.

Source: CDC • Updated: N/A