Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test near me in Ernakulam

Also known as Anti-HCV, HCV-Ab card test, HCV Antibody-Immunochromatography

You need to provide

Blood

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

No special preparation is required.

Understanding Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test in Ernakulam

What is Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test in Ernakulam?

The Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test test is a diagnostic test that detects the antibodies the body makes in response to hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It is available at an affordable price in Ernakulam with Tata 1mg labs. HCV commonly infects the liver and may result in liver damage if not recognized or treated timely. This infection spreads when you come in contact with an infected person's blood, or body fluids. It can also spread through sexual contact, sharing needles, syringes, or any drug-injection equipment, or during childbirth from the mother to the baby.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends testing people at an increased risk of an HCV infection. Symptoms of a recent HCV infection include fever, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, dark urine, light-colored stools, joint pain, and jaundice. If you have come in contact with an already infected person or show any of the above symptoms, get tested with a Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test test without any delay to prevent complications.

What does Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test measure?

An Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test test determines if HCV has infected you and helps your doctor guide your treatment. This is a rapid card based immunochromatographic test which is used for screening purposes only. A reactive result needs to be confirmed by other more specific NAT/ nucleic acid tests before final diagnosis.

HCV causes liver inflammation and is classified into acute hepatitis infection and chronic hepatitis infection.

Acute hepatitis C: This occurs in the first six months after exposure to the hepatitis C virus. In the early stage of the infection, acute hepatitis C is mild and may cause no symptoms. For this reason, most people do not know they have this infection.
Chronic hepatitis C: If your body cannot fight off the virus, you can develop a chronic hepatitis C infection. Progression from acute to chronic hepatitis C is common, occurring in 75-85% of patients. Detecting chronic hepatitis C early is important to prevent future complications, such as liver failure, and initiate effective treatment.

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test in Ernakulam

Frequently Asked Questions about Hepatitis C Antibody (HCV), Rapid Screening Test in Ernakulam

Q. What is the full form of HCV?

The full form of HCV is the Hepatitis C Virus.

Q. What is an Anti-HCV test?

An Anti-HCV test is another name for an HCV antibody test that checks the presence of hepatitis C antibodies (blood protein produced in response to HCV antigen) in the body.

Q. What are the commonly used hepatitis C tests?

Hepatitis C is diagnosed by two types of blood tests, namely an antibody test that detects hepatitis C antibodies in the blood and a polymerase chain reaction test that detects RNA (genetic material) of hepatitis C in the blood.

Q. Can I schedule an online booking for an HCV Antibody test in Ernakulam near me?

Yes. In Ernakulam, you can schedule an HCV Antibody test near you with Tata 1mg Labs. The test is easy to book, cost-effective, and available with a comprehensive report.

Q. Is an HCV Antibody test eligible for home sample collection in Ernakulam?

Yes, an HCV Antibody test is eligible for home sample collection in Ernakulam. With Tata 1mg Labs, you can schedule a test at your convenience, and select a date and time for sample collection that fits your schedule.

Q. What is the procedure to book a Hepatitis C Virus Antibody test with Tata 1mg Labs in Ernakulam?

The process to book a Hepatitis C Virus Antibody test with Tata 1mg Labs in Ernakulam is quite straightforward. To schedule a test online, follow these steps: 1). Go to the Lab Tests section on the Tata 1mg website. 2). Add your preferred test to the shopping cart. 3). Choose a time and day that works for you as long as you also take the essential prerequisites into account. 4). A confirmation notification will be sent to you with all the details once the booking is complete.

Q. How much does an HCV Antibody test cost in Ernakulam?

We at Tata 1mg understand the importance of affordable healthcare and therefore provide lab tests at a pocket-friendly budget. An HCV Antibody test in Ernakulam is available at Rs. 420.

Q. What is the estimated turnaround time for the results of an HCV Antibody test in Ernakulam?

Tata 1mg Labs understands the importance of timely results and strives to deliver them quickly. On average, we deliver the results of an HCV Antibody test in Ernakulam in 60 hours.

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