HBV

Abbreviation Pathophysiology and Disease Processes

Hepatitis B virus: a bloodborne virus that infects the liver; OSHA requires employers to offer the hepatitis B vaccine to exposed workers.

Sources

Appendix B: Some Common Abbreviations · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens · Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Related terms

hepatitisInflammation of the liver, often caused by a virus.
liverThe largest gland in the body; its main digestive job is making bile.
OSHAOccupational Safety and Health Administration: the federal agency that sets and enforces workplace safety…
virusA tiny infectious agent of genetic material in a protein coat; it can multiply only inside host cells.
DVTDeep vein thrombosis: a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the leg.
ESRDEnd-stage renal disease: kidney failure needing dialysis or transplant.
GERDGastroesophageal reflux disease: stomach contents repeatedly flow back into the esophagus.
HAVHepatitis A virus, which causes a liver infection.
HCVHepatitis C virus: a bloodborne virus that infects the liver.
HIVHuman immunodeficiency virus: the virus that causes AIDS; a bloodborne pathogen.