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Serological Testing for Suspected Viral Hepatitis

• Published: 1997
• Revised: January 2006
• Topic: Hepatitis
• Scope: Laboratory testing for viral hepatitis
• Abstract: This laboratory testing guideline provides information on who to test for infectious hepatitis (A, B, C, D, E, and emerging viruses) as well as the appropriate tests
• Target Population: Patients with suspected acute or chronic viral hepatitis
• Exclusions:
  • • Where an infectious etiology is not a consideration
  • • Outbreak investigations
  • • Pregnant women undergoing routine prenatal screening for viral hepatitis
• Working Group Membership: Family physicians, laboratory specialists, endocrinologist