Better2Know Sexual health & STIs

Hepatitis C Antibodies

Blood test for the presence of Hepatitis Antibodies.

Sample
Blood
Collection
Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £70
Results in
1 day
Biomarkers
1
Tests for
  • Hepatitis C

Test specifications

Provider
Better2Know
Sample type
blood
Collection method
venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £70
Turnaround time
1 day
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.

STI Blood

  • Hepatitis C

About this test

Three reasons to choose the Better2Know Hepatitis C Antibody test

  • The Better2Know Hepatitis C antibody test only requires a simple blood sample
  • This test provides fast and accurate results for Hepatitis C antibody
  • Better2Know provides complete support throughout your entire Hepatitis C testing journey

The Hepatitis C Antibody test will provide accurate and reliable results. Only a single blood sample is needed. No urine samples or swabs are required.

Who is the Hepatitis C Antibody test for

This blood test is designed for men and women who want to test to see if they have Hepatitis C.

The test detects the presence of Hepatitis C antibodies. These antibodies are proteins your body makes when it detects the Hepatitis C virus in your blood.

This test has a 12-day incubation period. So, you should wait at least 12 days from when you last had sex, a needle stick injury or other incident of concern.

What does the test include?

The test includes:

  • Your appointment
  • Sample collection
  • Fast and accurate analysis of your blood sample in our laboratory
  • Results reporting 24/7
  • Consultation if you test positive

How do I book an appointment?

Choose a date and time for your appointment by clicking the "Book Your Appointment" button above or call our patient services team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What can I expect at my appointment?

Once you arrive at the clinic for your scheduled appointment, a medical practitioner will take your blood sample. Your appointment will last for around 10 to 15 minutes.

The sample will be sent to our certified laboratory for testing.

Your test results will be available on your secure online Patient Area, and you will receive a notification via text, phone call, or email once they are ready.

What if I test positive?

If you test positive for Hepatitis C antibodies. Better2Know will help you access the right care and treatment, this will start with a consultation with one of our medical team who will tailor your next steps to your needs.

Description provided by Better2Know.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.5/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 7.5/10

    A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 6.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.

  • Results and follow-up 4.5/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.

  • Trust signals 6.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 775 reviews; CQC registered; trading 18+ years.

  • Value for money 6.5/10

    £145.00 against a comparison-group median of £145.00 (-0%).

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