HCV Test
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Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a common cause of hepatitis, especially those associated with transfusion. Many patients may not have jaundice (anicteric). This is a HCV test for detection of HCV antibody. Antibodies usually appear 2 months after infection and do not neutralize virus and hence are not indicative of cure
Summary Price Of HCV Test
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The cost of HCV Test in India varies as per the city in India.
The average price of HCV Test ranges from ₹200 to ₹1400.
The price for the test in the following cities is:
- Chennai: ₹1,170
- Delhi: ₹1,400
- Mumbai: ₹1,350
- Pune: ₹1,175
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Frequently Asked Questions
HCV test is done to screen patients for HCV infection. Patients with positive test should undergo a confirmatory test like HCV RNA by PCR
HCV test detects HCV antibody in the blood of the patient
HCV test requires a blood sample. A tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins. The skin is disinfected before needle insertion and the blood sample is collected in vacutainer.
Not detected
HCV antibody detected: Patient has been exposed to HCV. To confirm acute infection HCV RNA PCR is recommended
HCV antibody not detected: Patient has not been exposed to HCV or the exposure has happened in near past and antibodies have not developed yet
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