<virology> A serologic marker on the surface of the hepatitis B virus. The body will normally produce antibodies to hepatitis B surface antigen as part of the normal immune response to infection. It is the presence of antibodies to the hepatitis B surface antigen that are detected in a positive hepatitis B blood test. ... (27 Sep 1997) ...
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(HBsAg) one present in the serum of those infected with hepatitis B, consisting of the surface coat lipoprotein of the hepatitis B virus. Tests for serum HbsAg are used in the diagnosis of hepatitis B and in testing blood products for infectivity.
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(HBsAb, HBsAg) Type: Term Definitions: 1. antigen of the small (20-nm) spheric and filamentous forms of hepatitis B antigen, and a surface antigen of the larger (42-nm) Dane particle (complete infectious hepatitis B virus).
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