Understanding Hepatitis B e Antigen (HBeAg) in Chronic Hepatitis B
In my recent deep dive into the topic of Hepatitis B, I've realized how crucial understanding Hepatitis B e Antigen (HBeAg) is. This antigen is a protein that's produced by the Hepatitis B virus during an active infection. Essentially, it's a marker that doctors use to track how the virus is progressing. The presence of HBeAg is usually a sign of high levels of the virus, indicating an active or chronic infection. So, by monitoring HBeAg, health professionals can better manage Hepatitis B and develop more effective treatment plans.