Hepatitis B — Ireland
To minimize the risk of HBV infection through the route of transfusion:
1. Screening should be performed using a highly sensitive and specific HBsAg immunoassay (EIA/CLIA [enzyme immunoassay/chemiluminescent immunoassays]).
2. Screening using a highly sensitive and specific HBsAg rapid assay or particle agglutination assay may be performed in laboratories with small throughput, in remote areas or in emergency situations.
3. Screening for anti-HBc is not recommended as a routine. Countries
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