Hepatitis C virus Ab
Qualitatively detects hepatitis C antibodies indicating HCV infection.
Why This Biomarker Matters
Positive HCV antibodies indicate infection with a virus causing liver disease. Confirmation and antiviral treatment can prevent cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Overview
This qualitative test detects the presence or absence of antibodies against hepatitis C virus in blood or other body fluids. A positive result indicates current or past HCV infection and warrants confirmatory testing with HCV RNA to determine if infection is active. Hepatitis C is a serious liver infection that can lead to chronic disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer if untreated. Early detection allows intervention before serious liver damage occurs.
Technical Information (LOINC Codes)
Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker
95237-4Primary16128-15199-547441-113955-05198-739008-847365-222327-172376-751657-542506-6Available Lab Tests
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