Hepatitis C Antibody
Also called: Anti-HCV, HCV Antibody, Hep C Test
Screens for hepatitis C exposure — modern treatment cures most cases.
- Duration
- 5 min
- Report
- Same day
- Sample
- Blood
- Fasting
- Not needed
What this test is
Hepatitis C antibody detects whether your immune system has been exposed to the hepatitis C virus. A positive result means infection — past or present. Confirmation requires HCV RNA testing to know if the virus is still active. Modern hepatitis C treatment (direct-acting antivirals) cures over 95% of cases with a 12-week oral course — making testing important even for symptom-free people.
When you need this test
- Pre-surgery or pre-dental procedure
- Previous blood transfusion (especially before 1995)
- Tattoos or piercings from unregulated parlours
- Chronic unexplained raised liver enzymes
- IV drug use history
How to prepare
- No fasting required.
- Mention any previous hepatitis C exposure or treatment.
Why DiagnoHouse for this test
NABL-accredited lab
Quality-audited blood, urine, and stool analysis.
Home collection
Free across Pimpri-Chinchwad. Sample picked up at your time slot.
Same-day reports
Most pathology reports ready within 4 hours of collection.
Calibrated equipment
Analysers calibrated daily; quality controls run with every batch.
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FAQs
What if antibody test is positive?
We follow up with an HCV RNA test to confirm active infection. If active, modern treatment cures most cases in 12 weeks of oral medication.Why might antibody be positive but RNA negative?
Either the infection cleared on its own (about 25% of cases), or it was previously treated. You can still mark the immunity history.
Need help choosing?
Not sure if this is the right test for you? Have a doctor's note? Call or WhatsApp — guidance is free.
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