| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4143837 | Anales de Pediatría | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
We show that children adopted from Russia and Ukraine have a relatively high prevalence of protective immunity due to effective HBV vaccination. Therefore, we recommended determining the 3 serological markers for HBV (HBsAg, HBcAb, and HBsAb). Using this, we may detect an active infection or other infection risks, and we know the immunization status. Thus we can assess the need for retest, and provide criteria for individualized vaccinations, which could avoid generalized HBV vaccination in this specific population of internationally adopted children.
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Authors
G. Oliván Gonzalvo,