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Which blood tests are available to check for hepatitis c?
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HCV antibody: The most common first line test would be an HCV antibody. Other tests include: HCV rna, which measures the "amount" of virus in your blood. Hcv genotype, which determines the "type" of hepatitis C you have. And riba, which is used on rare occasions when your doctor is concerned that a positive HCV antibody test may be incorrect (as seen with a condition known as hypergammaglobulinemia).
Answered 2/19/2015
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Various: Antibody, pcr and genotyping are the most commonly used ones.
Answered 11/28/2013
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