Abstract
Our aim was to discuss the practical value of HBV DNA polymerase (DNAp) determination. DNAp activity is a good marker of HBV high replication in patients with chronic hepatitis B (HBeAg+), very useful during monitoring of immunostimulation and/or antiviral treatment.
MeSH terms
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Carrier State / metabolism
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DNA-Directed DNA Polymerase / blood*
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Hepatitis B e Antigens / blood
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Hepatitis B virus / enzymology*
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Hepatitis B virus / genetics*
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Hepatitis B, Chronic / enzymology
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Hepatitis B, Chronic / genetics
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Hepatitis B, Chronic / metabolism*
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Humans
Substances
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Hepatitis B e Antigens
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DNA-Directed DNA Polymerase