HEPATITIS C VIRAL (HCV RNA) PCR, QUALITATIVE
This test is useful in diagnosing HCV infection prior to seroconversion, distinguishing active from resolved infection and diagnosing chronic hepatitis carriers who are HCV antibody negative |
![]() Pre-test Information : Overnight fasting is recommended |
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HEPATITIS C VIRAL (HCV RNA) PCR, QUALITATIVE
Test Code | H-39 |
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Test Description | **HEPATITIS C VIRAL (HCV RNA) PCR, QUALITATIVE |
Clinical Category | LIVER DISORDERS |
Sample | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from EDTA tube.. Overnight fasting is recommended |
Method/Technology | Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay |
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