Indicates current infection
1 biomarker as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals.
This test is for total antibodies to the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). If present, the infection is current, and the individual will have been infected by HCV, at some point up to about 3-4 weeks prior to submitting the sample. Further testing via a specialist service will be needed if the result is positive.
HCV is an RNA virus, which is transmitted via blood from an infected individual. HCV infects the liver which causes inflammation, fibrosis and an increased risk of liver cancer (primary). Currently worldwide there are approximately 150 million (HCV) infected individuals. HCV infection may cause acute hepatitis although many who become infected have no symptoms for many years.
HCV is a transmitted virus which can be acquired from blood or blood products contracted via blood transfusion, contaminated needles, tattooing or body piercing. It can also be transmitted by sexual contact between an infected and non immune partner.
Please be aware that if contact has been within the past 3-4 weeks, the antibodies to HCV may not have reached a detectable level - in which case repeat testing a further 4 weeks later should be considered, especially if the risk of having acquired one of these infections is considered to be high.
This test is NOT available as a finger prick BUT is available as a vacutainer sample collection option. You can make your own arrangement for blood collection, or choose to visit a Circle Hospital or Superdrug store, or to opt for a Nurse Home Visit. Select option at checkout.
Description provided by Blue Horizon Medicals.
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.
A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.
Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.
Results are reviewed by a doctor.
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£54.25 against a comparison-group median of £145.00 (-63%).
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