A study on Hepatitis B and its Seroprevalance in Blood Bank

Dr. Nandakishore

Dr. Nandakishore Department of Pathology, Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada, A.P.

Keywords: Hepatitis B, Seroprevalance

Abstract

Background: Globally, Hepatitis B is one of the commonest chronic infections. It has a major public health problem, especially in developing
countries. It is evident that approximately 30% of the worlds population having either current or past infection with hepatitis B virus. Subjects and
Methods: Blood sample was collected at the time of collection of blood from donor tubes of blood bag. 2 ml blood was kept for testing hepatitis B.
Rapid card was used for the screening of donor blood for Hepatitis B. All reactive samples were tested again using the same ELISA kit. Results: We
suggested that seroprevalence of Hepatitis B in this study was 0.40% among all donors. Conclusion: This study conclude that, it is essential to
impart accurate education about immunization to the population at risk in particular and general masses as well.

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Author Biography

Dr. Nandakishore, Department of Pathology, Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada, A.P.

Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada, A.P.