🫁 Liver Function
Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV)
أجسام مضادة لالتهاب الكبد ج
Sample Type
🧪 Blood
Results In
⏱ 12 Hours
Fasting
✅ Not Required
Parameters
📊 1
What is Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV)?
Screens for hepatitis C infection by detecting antibodies against the virus. Hepatitis C is curable with modern antiviral therapy if detected early.
Why is this test important?
Positive antibody test indicates current or past infection. Requires confirmatory HCV RNA PCR test. Hepatitis C is now curable in >95% of cases with direct-acting antivirals.
How to Prepare
No special preparation required.
Test Parameters & Normal Ranges
| Parameter | Normal Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-HCV | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to fast before my blood test?▼
It depends on the test. Tests like lipid profile and fasting blood sugar require 10-12 hours of fasting. Tests like CBC, vitamin D, and thyroid do not require fasting. Each test page on our website clearly states the fasting requirements.
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