Patient's question:
My physical condition has always been good. Recently, during a unit physical examination, I had the two pairs of tests, and the doctor said I had a small three positive. Afterwards, I had liver function tests, and the report showed negative DNA. I don't really understand the meaning of this test report. Except for the doctor saying I had a small three positive, what are the hazards of it?Doctor's answer:
DNA testing is used to infer the level of viral activity in the body based on the presence of viral DNA copies. On the other hand, the hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody profile (the "two pairs and a half") reflects the arrangement of antigens and antibodies in the body after hepatitis B infection. Although the two are related, they are still two different indicators. Although your hepatitis B DNA test result is negative, you have previously been infected with hepatitis B. Three antibodies in the hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody profile will remain and are unlikely to disappear, but this has no impact on your health. It only proves that you have had hepatitis B and now have immunity. The daily treatment for liver disease patients primarily involves symptomatic treatment. Patients can take some oral medications, supplement with vitamins, and pay attention to their diet by eating light, soft, and easily digestible foods.