Jan 31, 2025 · Getting tested for hepatitis C is the only way to find out if you have HCV infection. You should get tested for hepatitis C at least once in your life. Some people may need periodic …

The HCV Ab test is used for initial screening for hepatitis C. The test is performed by enzyme immunoassays (EIAs), which detect the presence of hepatitis C antibodies in serum.

Find out if you have been infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Check whether you need hepatitis C treatment. See how well hepatitis C treatment is working. Healthcare professionals …

Apr 4, 2025 · The CDC recommends initial HCV screening using an HCV antibody test followed by HCV RNA testing to confirm active HCV infection if the antibody test is positive.

Dec 18, 2022 · Anti-HCV antibodies: This blood test is the first -- and sometimes only -- one you may get. Also called the ELISA screen, it checks for antibodies that your body releases to fight …

Hepatitis C is a viral infection that primarily affects the liver and can lead to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and even liver cancer if left untreated. The test plays a critical role in diagnosing the …

Sep 30, 2025 · Hepatitis C virus (HCV) test is a blood test that looks for the genetic material (RNA) of the virus that causes hepatitis or for the proteins (antibodies) the body makes against …

Apr 21, 2025 · All adults ages 18 to 79 should get a one-time test for HCV. This screening test checks for antibodies against HCV (anti-HCV). If the antibody test is positive, a PCR test is …

Aug 22, 2025 · If you're seeing a liver specialist for the first time after being diagnosed with hepatitis C, write down the results of tests you've had. This includes a liver biopsy to check for …

* US Preventive Services Task Force, Owens DK, Davidson KW, et al: Screening for hepatitis C virus infection in adolescents and adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation …