What is the best course of action when starting a patient on methotrexate if the Hepatitis B core total antibody test result is equivocal, even upon retest?
Abstract
For patients with equivocal Hepatitis B core antibody results, screening for HBV infection and viral load is critical before starting methotrexate, with prophylactic antivirals considered in those at risk.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Hepatitis B Virus Studies
Hepatitis C virus research
Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 16 January 2026