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… Hepatitis B immune globulin Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File … infected with hepatitis B virus by: Being poked with a used injection needle Being splashed in the mouth, nose or eyes …
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… Immune Globulin Last updated March 1, 2024 HealthLink BC File … (Ig) provides immediate, short-term protection against hepatitis A and measles infections. Ig contains antibodies … reactions to Ig may include soreness and tenderness at the injection site. Allergic reactions (hives and swelling) may …
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… Tetanus immune globulin Last updated June 30, 2022 HealthLink BC File … donors are screened for exposure to viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Each blood donation is also tested for the … have been no reports of blood-borne infections such as HIV, hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received TIg. Who …
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… Rabies immune globulin and vaccine Last updated September 1, 2018 … donors are screened for exposure to viruses such as HIV and hepatitis. Each blood donation is also tested for the … vaccine you do not need to get RabIg. RabIg is given by injection into the area(s) surrounding the wound. It is …
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… Hepatitis B: Post-Vaccination Test for Immunity On this … Overview A post-vaccination test for immunity to the hepatitis B virus (HBV) is recommended only if you: Have an impaired immune system. This can be caused by many things, such as …
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… Hepatitis B On this page: Health Tools How … Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care What is hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a virus that infects the liver. … hepatitis B, you may get a shot of hepatitis B immunoglobulin (HBIG) and the hepatitis B vaccine. For long-term …
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… give you the actual disease. But it is enough to cause your immune system to make antibodies and cells that can … Haemophilus influenzae type b disease, or Hib disease. Hepatitis A. Hepatitis B. Human papillomavirus (HPV). … doctor if: Redness and swelling at the site of the shot (injection) last longer than 48 hours. Your child is 6 months …
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… Hepatitis A On this page: What is hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a virus that can infect the … with liver disease. Get the vaccine or a shot of immunoglobulin (IG) within 2 weeks of known exposure. It may …
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… Hepatitis C On this page: Health Tools How … Medicines What is hepatitis C? Hepatitis C is a disease caused by a virus that infects the …
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… Hepatitis E On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is hepatitis E? Hepatitis E is a virus that can infect the liver. Unlike …
