Hepatitis B

01. Investigation. Each reported case of hepatitis B must be investigated to confirm the diagnosis, identify contacts and carriers, determine the need for prophylaxis with immune globulins, determine the need for hepatitis B vaccine, determine the exposure of any pregnant women, and identify possible sources of the infection. (3-17-22) 02. Carrier Status. The carrier status of a person diagnosed with hepatitis B will be determined six (6) months after the initial diagnosis is established. (3-17-22) a. A person who is a carrier of hepatitis B must be reported to the Department or Health District by the physician at the time of determination for inclusion in the hepatitis B carrier registry. (3-17-22) 341. – 359. (RESERVED)