Which finding indicates to the nurse that a patient with hepatitis B has a resolved infection?
A) Presence of HBsAG
B) Presence of HBcAg IgM
C) Presence of HBsAG for more than 6 months
D) Loss of HBsAG and development of HBsAb

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The loss of HBsAG (Hepatitis B surface antigen) and the development of HBsAb (Hepatitis B surface antibody) indicate that the patient has cleared the infection and developed immunity.

Which Finding Indicates to the Nurse That a Patient with Hepatitis