Serological and molecular markers for HBV and HCV in STD clinic patients in relation to sex
| HBV and HCV markers | Males (n = 63) | Females (n = 80) | Both (n = 143) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No positive (%) | No positive (%) | No positive (%) | |
| HBsAg | 10 (15.9) | 27 (33.7) | 37 (25.9) |
| HBe Ag | 7 (11.1) | 21 (26.3) | 28 (75.7) |
| Anti-HBe | 3 (4.8) | 6 (7.5) | 9 (24.3) |
| HBV DNA | 6 (9.5) | 19 (23.7) | 25 (17.5) |
| Overall HBV positivity | 10 (15.9) | 27 (33.7) | 37 (25.9) |
| Anti-HCV | 3 (4.8) | 3 (3.6) | 6 (4.2) |
| HCV RNA | 5 (7.9) | 2 (2.5) | 7 (4.9) |
| Overall HCV positivity | 5 (7.9) | 3 (3.7) | 8 (5.6) |