Serological examination to determine anti-HBc antibodies in 1487 medical personnel working with practitioners in Essen revealed a hepatitis B virus incidence rate of 12.8%. The incidence rate depended on age, years of service, and nature of duties. Anti-HBc examination of medical personnel is cost-saving in view of high cost of vaccination. It can be omitted only in beginners if certain conditions are fulfilled (anti-HBc rate below 5%).

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