Which type of hepatitis is transmitted mainly through blood or body fluids?

Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C are primarily transmitted through blood and other body fluids. This means that the most common routes of transmission for these types of hepatitis include sharing needles, unprotected sexual contact, and from mother to child during childbirth or breastfeeding.

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that can lead to chronic liver disease and is highly infectious, while Hepatitis C, although less transmissible than Hepatitis B, can also lead to chronic liver problems and is often associated with intravenous drug use and unsafe medical practices.

In contrast, Hepatitis A is primarily transmitted through the fecal-oral route, typically through contaminated food or water, and does not spread through blood or body fluids. Therefore, when considering the means of transmission specific to blood and body fluids, the combination of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C is indeed correct. This highlights the importance of understanding transmission methods for effective prevention strategies.