A 60-Year-Old Man Was Screened for Hepatitis C, and the Results

question 3

Multiple Choice

A 60-year-old man was screened for hepatitis C, and the results of the anti-HCV was positive. This finding means:

• A) he was vaccinated, and immunity is present.
• B) he has a current infection.
• C) he has a previous infection.
• D) he has a previous or current infection.

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