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Characterization of Acute and Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Genotypes in Canada.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2015
Osiowy Carla, Giles Elizabeth, Trubnikov Max, Choudhri Yogesh, Andonov Anton
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: The prevalence and distribution of hepatitis B virus (HBV) genotypes in Canada is not known. Genotypic analysis may contribute to a better understanding of HBV strain distribution and transmission risk. METHODS: HBV surface antigen (HBsAg) positive samples of acute (n = 152) and chronic (n = 1533) HBV submitted for strain analysis or reference genotype testing between 2006 and 2012 were analyzed. The...
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