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Hepatitis C Test

Detect Hepatitis C virus exposure and infection with our comprehensive serology test. This important analysis identifies antibodies to Hepatitis C virus, providing crucial insights into current or past infection and the need for further evaluation and treatment.

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Hepatitis C Test

Want to screen for Hepatitis C exposure and determine if you need further testing or treatment for this potentially serious liver infection?

Overview

Think of Hepatitis C serology testing as your body's memory check – it looks for antibodies that act like your immune system's permanent record book, showing whether you've ever encountered this sneaky liver virus. Hepatitis C earned the nickname "silent epidemic" because it's incredibly good at hiding; up to 80% of people have no symptoms when first infected, and the virus can quietly chip away at your liver for decades without raising any red flags. The test detects these antibodies (Anti-HCV) in your blood, but here's the tricky part – finding them doesn't mean you're immune like with some other infections, it simply means your body remembers fighting this virus at some point, whether the battle is ongoing or already won.

Since antibodies stick around even after the virus is gone, a positive result typically leads to a second test that checks if the virus is still actively causing trouble in your system. This matters because while Hepatitis C spreads through blood-to-blood contact and can lead to serious liver problems like cirrhosis or liver cancer if left untreated, today's treatments are remarkably effective – they can cure over 95% of infections in just 8-12 weeks. Early detection is your best friend here, not only for protecting your liver's future but also for preventing unknowingly passing the virus to others, making this test a powerful tool for taking control of your health.

Reviewed by Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

Symptoms

You may benefit from this test if you experience:
Upper abdominal pain or discomfort Feeling tired all the time Partner with hepatitis or HIV Injection drug use history Blood transfusion before 1992 Tattoos or piercings with unsterile equipment

Purpose

Essential for people with risk factors for blood-borne infections, those born between 1945-1965, individuals with unexplained liver problems, or anyone wanting to screen for Hepatitis C.

How to prepare

No special preparation required. Inform healthcare provider of risk factors, current medications, and any symptoms. Blood sample collected by trained phlebotomist at collection centre. Fasting not required for this test.

Understanding results

Results show positive or negative for Hepatitis C antibodies. Positive results indicate exposure to Hepatitis C virus and require follow-up RNA testing to determine if infection is active. Negative results suggest no exposure, though recent infection may not be detected.

After the test

Positive antibody results require Hepatitis C RNA testing to confirm active infection. If RNA positive, evaluation for antiviral treatment. If RNA negative, indicates cleared infection with continued monitoring. Negative antibody results typically require no further action unless high recent risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A positive result means you've been exposed to Hepatitis C virus, but doesn't distinguish between current infection and past cleared infection. Follow-up RNA testing is needed to determine current status.
  • Yes, new direct-acting antiviral medications can cure over 95% of Hepatitis C infections with 8-12 weeks of treatment, regardless of genotype or previous treatment history.
  • Hepatitis C antibodies typically appear 8-12 weeks after infection, though it can take up to 6 months in some cases. Recent infections may not be detected by antibody testing alone.
  • People born between 1945-1965 have 5 times higher Hepatitis C rates, likely due to medical procedures before universal precautions and blood screening were implemented.
  • People with current or past Hepatitis C infection cannot donate blood, even if cured, due to blood safety regulations in most countries.
  • Untreated chronic Hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis (20-30% over 20-30 years), liver failure, liver cancer, and death. Early treatment prevents these complications and stops transmission.
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