HCV ECLIA

Test details

Hepatitis C is a deadly viral disease that causes liver damage. Viral Hepatitis C Antibody Screen or Anti-HCV Test is done to detect Hepatitis C infection. Antibodies to HCV typically becomes detectable at about 2 months after injection.

Test required for

HCV is the most common cause of Post transfusion hepatitis. Initially HCV virus (which is up to two months) infection is undetectable. After six months of infection the virus become prevalent with detectable symptoms. HCV test helps in detection of IgG antibodies produced against the hepatitis C virus (HCV) in positive anti-HCV samples.

Test ordered for

To screen for the presence of the hepatitis C virus in the blood.

Test recommended

looks for antibodies in the blood that are produced in response to an HCV infection which is detectable 2 months after injection.