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I'm 52, never tested for hepatitis c should i get the blood test? no high risk behaviors that i can recall
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Better to get tested: Many people have hep c and are not aware. It is important to get tested since, the infection may be treatable and prevent liver damage.
Answered 6/9/2012
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