What is hepatitis?
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that is caused by a variety of infectious viruses and noninfectious agents.1Each strain of the virus can cause liver disease, making an accurate diagnosis critical for disease mitigation and improving patient outcomes.
What is the healthcare burden of hepatitis?
Viral hepatitis is a worldwide public health issue that impacts millions of people. The WHO estimates that 296 million people worldwide are living with hepatitis B, 58 million people worldwide are living with hepatitis C, and 1.5 million people were newly infected with chronic hepatitis B along with1.5 million people were newly infected with chronic hepatitis C.2
The role of diagnostics is key as hepatitis infections can be “silent” making many infected individuals unaware of their diagnosis. Although hepatitis is widespread and highly prevalent, many people worldwide live with hepatitis B or C and do not have accessibility to testing or adequate treatment.1
Due to the high prevalence of hepatitis, World Hepatitis Day is recognized annually on July 28th – on the birthday of Dr. Baruch Blumberg who discovered hepatitis B in 1967, and proceeded to develop the first hepatitis B vaccine.3World Hepatitis Day promotes the need to raise awareness, education, and encourage actions to prevent these infections to support better public health globally.
Hepatitis – Our Diagnostic Offer
A Complete Panel to Address a Complex Clinical Picture
Hepatitis, especially hepatitis B, presents a complex clinical picture. Various markers are necessary for accurate diagnosis and efficient monitoring.
The VIDAS® Hepatitis panel includes 11 automated assays offering a complete solution for the diagnosis and monitoring of Hepatitis A, B, C and E. Used together, they enable clinicians to provide a differential diagnosis for patients presenting with symptoms suggestive of hepatitis.
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VITEK® MS PRIME
New-Generation Mass Spectrometry Microbial Identification System
VITEK® MS PRIME combines microbiology expertise with innovation taking mass spectrometry to the next level by maximizing the impact of daily laboratory workflow for better patient care.
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VITEK® REVEAL™
Rapid Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) for Bloodstream Infections
The newest addition to our Sepsis Solution, VITEK® REVEAL™ offers rapid AST results to effectively and efficiently manage bloodstream infections.
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WASPLab®
Integrated Lab Optimization and Automation
The flexible automated specimen processing, incubation, and reading solution that adapts to your unique lab setup and workflow – and even grows with you over time.
WASPLab® System is manufactured by COPAN Company. -
WASP®
Automated Microbiology Specimen Processing Instrument
Quality diagnostic results depend on high standard specimen processing. WASP® is the smart solution for truly comprehensive automation – taking you far beyond plating and streaking to address all aspects of microbiology specimen processing.
WASP® System is manufactured by COPAN Company.
Product availability varies by country. Consult your local bioMérieux representative for availability in your country.
Useful Resources on Hepatitis
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References
1. World Health Organization. (2022). Hepatitis. Www.who.int.https://www.who.int/health-topics/hepatitis#tab=tab_1
2. WHO. (2021). Global progress report on HIV, viral hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections, 2021. Www.who.int. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240027077
3. World Hepatitis Day — July 28th | CDC. (2020, July 31). Www.cdc.gov. https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/awareness/worldhepday.htm
