Rational use of hepatitis B immune globulin.
A review is given of present experiences of hepatitis B prevention through the use of immune globulins containing high titres of antibodies to hepatitis B surface antigen. This type of passive immunization has proved effective after accidental exposure to contaminated material in hospitals and for regular prophylaxis among patients on chronic haemodialysis treatment.
D000914:Antibodies, Viral / Q000032:analysis; D000937:Antigen-Antibody Reactions; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000517:prevention & control; D005260:Female; D006509:Hepatitis B / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006514:Hepatitis B Surface Antigens; D006801:Humans; D007114:Immunization; D007136:Immunoglobulins / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D006435:Renal Dialysis
D000914:Antibodies, Viral; D006514:Hepatitis B Surface Antigens; D007136:Immunoglobulins