What can be concluded if the hepatitis B antigen level remains high in the serum?
A) Acute infection is present.
B) Chronic infection has developed.
C) Liver failure is in progress.
D) The usual prolonged recovery from any viral infection is occurring.

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A high level of hepatitis B antigen in the serum over a prolonged period typically indicates a chronic infection, as the body has not cleared the virus.

What Can Be Concluded If the Hepatitis B Antigen Level