Question

A 35-year-old with no known risk factors presents for a preventive visit. According to current CDC recommendations, which hepatitis B screening approach is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Order HBsAg, anti‑HBs, and total anti‑HBc once in adulthood

Answer

Screen only if ALT is elevated

Answer

Screen only if born outside the U.S.

Answer

Order HBsAg only once in adulthood

Answer

No screening in low‑risk adults

Practice question

A 35-year-old with no known risk factors presents for a preventive visit. According to current CDC recommendations, which hepatitis B screening approach is appropriate?