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3003. PCR. Hepatitis C (blood, qualitative determination, Real-time)
Description
A molecular genetic test that allows the detection of the genetic material (RNA) of viral hepatitis C in human blood.
When and who needs the test?
- All individuals with positive HCV antibodies.
- Individuals with suspected HCV infection (with HCV symptoms) who have a negative HCV antibody test result.
- Children born to HCV-infected mothers.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...