Mikrobiyoloji bülteni, cilt.27, sa.2, ss.107-112, 1993 (SCI-Expanded)
Three hundred eighty three serum samples obtained from various patient groups and health care personnel were tested for HBsAg, Anti-HCV and Anti-HDV by ELISA technique. Anti-HCV antibodies were found 32.4% of chronic haemodialysis patients, 23% of the patients with chronic viral hepatitis and cirrhosis, 8.3% of health care personnel and less frequently detected in other groups. Anti-HDV antibodies were found 23% of the patients with chronic viral hepatitis and cirrhosis, 2.7% of blood donors, 8.1% of chronic haemodialysis patients and 1.3% of the patients who have malignancy. Anti-HDV antibodies were not detected in other groups.