Anti-HCV (Hepatitis C Antibody)
Screens for exposure to hepatitis C.
Also known as: anti HCV, hepatitis C, hep C screening
Price on request
We can collect this sample at your home, free of charge. Book a home visit.
- Turnaround
- Same day
- Preparation
- No fasting needed. Eat and drink normally.
- Sample
- Blood sample
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About this test
This test detects antibodies your immune system makes after exposure to hepatitis C. A positive result needs a follow-up PCR test to confirm whether the infection is still active, because antibodies persist even after the virus has cleared. Hepatitis C is now curable in most cases, which makes finding it worthwhile.
What it measures
- Hepatitis C antibody
A note on results. A single test is one part of a clinical picture, not a diagnosis. Discuss your report with a qualified doctor, who will read it alongside your history and examination.
Related to
- Liver
- Fever & infection
Often ordered with this
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- No fasting
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- 24–48 hours
- No fasting
- Home collection
ASO Titre
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- 24–48 hours
- No fasting
- Home collection