Diagnostic test
HEPATITIS C VIRUS (HCV) QUANTITATIVE PCR
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What does HEPATITIS C VIRUS (HCV) QUANTITATIVE PCR measure?
This test measures the amount of hepatitis C virus (HCV) genetic material in the blood using PCR technology. It may be used to confirm active HCV infection after an initial screening result, assess the level of virus present, and monitor changes in viral load during or after treatment. Results are interpreted along with medical history and other laboratory findings.
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