The investigation of hepatitis B seropositivity in Sakarya University Students

Abstract

Objective: Our aim was to determine Hepatitis B seropositivity and contributory factors among students in Sakarya University, Turkey.
Methodology: Two hundred (200) students who met the study criteria were included in the study using random sampling method. The students were informed of the purpose and method of the study and were asked to sign a participation consent form. The data was obtained through questionnaires. The demographic characteristics (age, gender, accommodations, education level and occupation of parents) were compared with HBV seropositive and negative groups. In study, the relationship between risk factors and HBV seropositivity was investigated. The ECLIA technique was applied and the positivity of Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) and antibody (Anti HBs) were detected.
Results: The average age of the students was 20.9