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[New virologic tests and their application in management of chronic hepatitis B].
Presse medicale (Paris, France : 1983) - 1 Feb 2006
Zoulim Fabien
Abstract excerpt
Virologic testing and clinical management of patients with chronic hepatitis B must take into account the particular characteristics of this virus. These tests rely on the detection of different viral genotypes and mutations that may cause viral escape to either the host immune response or the antiviral treatment. Tests to quantify viral load are important for studying the efficacy of antiviral treatments and...
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