It is important to discuss them carefully with your health care provider. You may want to take this sheet with you to any appointment as a reference guide. In addition, it is helpful if you request a written copy of your blood tests so that you can be sure you know your results. Antibody - this is produced by the body to protect itself from an antigen.
Antibodies bind to and often inactivate antigens.
Antibodies are also produced from the HBV vaccine series. It is produced during and after acute HBV infection. The core antigen is part of the hepatitis B virus and the antibody to the core antigen is usually present in chronic carriers. The interpretation of this test depends on the first two test results. Its presence indicates high levels of virus in the blood which increases a carrier's infectiousness to others who are in close contact.