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Jan 2018
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#7: Chronic Hepatitis B Part 1: 5 Pearls...

CORE IM TEAM
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Solidify your knowledge on Chronic Hepatitis B (HBV) screening and vaccinations! Quiz yourself on the 5 Pearls we will be covering: * Who do you screen for HBV? (3:37) * How is HBV transmitted and who is at risk for HBV reactivation? * What tests do you order when screening for HBV?   (10:48) * In which populations is HBV vaccination recommended? * ... Show More
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