Patient's question:
63-year-old positive for hepatitis A virus IgM antibody underwent a thorough examination. Other than that, he didn't feel much and didn't care. Help: positive for hepatitis A virus IgM antibodyDoctor's answer:
The hepatitis A virus (HAV) belongs to the Picornaviridae family of small RNA viruses. After humans are infected with HAV, most exhibit subclinical diagnosis or asymptomatic infection, while only a few develop acute hepatitis A. For positive IgM antibody test results for hepatitis A virus, it can only prove that the individual has either previously been infected with hepatitis A or has received the hepatitis A vaccine. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery, a healthy body, and a wonderful life.