H. Naito et al., Rapid and specific genotyping system for hepatitis B virus corresponding to six major genotypes by PCR using type-specific primers, J CLIN MICR, 39(1), 2001, pp. 362-364
A simple and precise genotyping system based on PCR using type-specific pri
mers,vas developed for the determination of genotypes A through F of hepati
tis B virus (HBV). This assay system is considered to be a useful tool for
the molecular diagnosis of HBV infection and for large-scale surveys.