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Are You at Risk for Hepatitis B?Some people are at higher risk for contracting Hepatitis B. Simple blood tests can identify if you have been exposed to this virus. If you are a part of one of the high-risk groups noted below, you may wish to talk with your health care provider about obtaining blood tests to detect Hepatitis B surface antigen and Hepatitis B core antibody, prior to Hepatitis B vaccination. These tests can identify pre-existing immunity (where vaccination is not indicated) or chronic active infection (where you may need ongoing health monitoring and be infectious to others). Persons at higher than average risk of Hepatitis B exposure include:
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