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About This Test
Hepatitis C is a blood-borne viral infection that attacks the liver. The revolutionary news is that Hepatitis C is now curable in over 95% of cases with modern advances. Our HCV screening detects antibodies to the Hepatitis C virus, indicating current or past infection. Reactive results are followed up with HCV RNA testing to confirm active infection.
When to Get Tested
- History of injecting drug use (even once)
- Received blood transfusion before 1992
- Born to a mother with Hepatitis C
- Shared razors or toothbrushes with infected person
- Had tattoos or piercings in unregulated settings
- Healthcare worker with needlestick exposure
- HIV-positive individuals
Symptoms to Watch For
- Most people have no symptoms for years
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Joint and muscle pain
- Dark urine
- Jaundice (late symptom)
- Mental confusion (advanced disease)
How It Works
Quick confidential consultation
Blood sample collection
HCV antibody testing at accredited laboratory
Results delivered securely in 1 day
Risk Factors
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Hepatitis C really be cured?
Yes! Modern direct-acting antiviral (DAA) treatments cure Hepatitis C in over 95% of people, usually within 8-12 weeks of oral medication. This is one of the greatest medical advances of recent decades.
I had Hepatitis C but was treated - should I retest?
If you've been cured of Hepatitis C, antibodies remain in your blood permanently. However, you can be reinfected. If you have ongoing risk factors, regular HCV RNA testing is recommended.
How is Hepatitis C transmitted?
Hepatitis C is primarily spread through blood-to-blood contact, most commonly through sharing needles. Sexual transmission is less common but can occur, particularly among HIV-positive MSM. It is not spread through casual contact.
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