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What kind of antibody tests are available to check for immunity to hep c?
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Simple blood test: These are specific blood tests done by any labs....
Answered 7/5/2012
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None: There is no such thing as immunity to hcv. Only hep a and b which can be determined by blood work.
Answered 8/24/2012
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