Liver ultrasound (± AFP) — HCC surveillance in chronic HBV/cirrhosis
For people at high risk (e.g., chronic HBV, cirrhosis from any cause). Specific age thresholds vary by risk; discuss surveillance plan with clinician.
Category
other
Countries
Australia
Applies to
Male, Female, Intersex, Prefer not to say
Typical start age
40
Frequency
0.5 years
Risk & ethnicity adjustments
- HBV (African ancestry): earlier start — may change start age and/or frequency when criteria are met.
- HBV (Asian ancestry): earlier start — may change start age and/or frequency when criteria are met.