Close
Search
Pathogens

Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
(enveloped virus)

Enveloped viruses
These viruses have glycoproteins on their envelope, which are potential targets for external influences.

Human hepatitis B virus is an enveloped virus having an icosahedral capsid (spherical shape) and a genome composed of partially double-stranded DNA. It belongs to the family of Hepadnaviruses.

Hepatitis B viruses may trigger acute or chronic hepatitis. In both cases, the liver is damaged severely.

The main transmission path is via blood and tissue respectively.

» Necessary spectrum of antimicrobial activity
Virucidal against enveloped viruses



Click here to find products with activity against enveloped viruses.
Back to overview

Knowledge Database

The A-to-Z database provides information on each pathogen, the most common infections that it triggers, its main transmission paths and recommendations on disinfection. In the glossary, you will find explanations of infection control terms. Search now!

This might also interest you