Why Get Screened?
- Hepatitis C is often a silent disease with no early symptoms.
- Early detection prevents complications like cirrhosis or liver failure.
- Modern treatments offer over 95% cure rates with proper diagnosis.
Book HCV Screening in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak Medical Platform
A precise screening for early detection of Hepatitis C virus, ensuring peace of mind through advanced laboratory techniques including reflex PCR testing if needed, to protect your liver and health.
Scientific name: Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Antibody Screening
A lab test measuring HCV antibodies. If positive, a reflex PCR test is automatically performed to confirm the viral presence, ensuring an accurate and rapid diagnosis to initiate appropriate treatment.
Service type
Laboratory test
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- HCV Antibody Screening
- Reflex PCR Testing if results are positive
Medical Service Information
Who Should Take This Test?
- Individuals who received blood transfusions before 1992.
- Healthcare workers exposed to needle sticks or blood.
- People with unexplained elevation in liver enzymes.
- Anyone seeking a routine preventive health checkup.
Understanding Your Results
- Negative: No antibodies detected; no current infection found.
- Positive: Antibodies detected; suggests past or present exposure.
- Reflex PCR: If positive, PCR confirms if the virus is currently active.
Conditions & Notices
- No special conditions required
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