Atomic force microscopy images show hepatitis B DNA in its ... that in order for a critical protein to get made, the hepatitis B virus’s DNA needs to get organized into these DNA-histone complexes.

A new study reveals evidence that immune cells, liver cells and viral leftovers created a dangerous combination.

Catching HBV early can make a world of difference. Medical professionals typically use blood tests that check for signs of the virus in the body, such as HBV antigens or antibodies. They also ...

This large-scale exploratory study demonstrated that the prevalence of HDV antibody positivity was very low (0.24%) in Chinese patients with chronic HBV infection, with only one of the 4,936 ...

More Australians die from hepatitis B-related illness each year. Now experts are pushing for universal screening for all adults.

The majority of children and adults who receive the hepatitis B (hep B) virus vaccine do not need a booster. The six hepatitis B vaccines licensed for use in the United States afford lifelong ...

Study: AGA Clinical Practice Guideline on the Prevention and Treatment of Hepatitis B Virus Reactivation in At-Risk Individuals. Image Credit: Josep Suria / Shutterstock.com In a recent study ...

At least one-third of the world's population has been infected with the hepatitis B virus (HBV), and 400 million people are chronic carriers. In most populations, chronic HBV infection is the ...