Condition
HAV medical abbreviation
HAV means "hepatitis A virus".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for HAV), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What HAV means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| hepatitis A virus | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does HAV mean in medical terms?
HAV means "hepatitis A virus".
Where is HAV used?
HAV shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is HAV on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. HAV is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.