A 45-yeаr-оld pаtient with а histоry оf elevated ALT/AST levels presents to the clinic for follow-up. An HBV serology panel is ordered to determine the stage of infection. The laboratory results are as follows: HBsAg: Positive HBeAg: Negative anti-HBc (Total): Positive anti-HBc IgM: Negative anti-HBs: Negative Based on this serological profile, which of the following is the most accurate interpretation?