Molecular characteristics of hepatitis B virus in children of Huzhou area, China

Conclusion: The predominant genotype and serotype were B and adw among children in Huzhou. Genotype B, MHR mutations, and low anti-HBs levels might be related to immunization failure, although the large-scare vaccination program remarkably decreased the infection of HBV in children, strengthen immunization is recommend in children with low level anti-HBs.
Source: Mediterranean Journal of Hematology and Infectious Diseases - Category: Hematology Authors: Source Type: research