What is an Anti-HCV Test?
The Anti-HCV test is a screening blood test used to determine if a person has ever been infected with the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). It detects the presence of antibodies that the immune system produces to fight the virus. A Hepatitis C test in Kolkata is essential because HCV is often a "silent" infection, causing chronic liver inflammation that may not show symptoms for decades until significant damage has occurred.
Understanding Antibody Screening vs. Active Infection
It is important to understand what a positive antibody result means for your clinical pathway:
- Exposure History: A "Reactive" result means you have been exposed to the virus at some point in your life. It does not necessarily mean you have an active infection.
- Resolved Infection: About 15–25% of people naturally clear the virus, but they will still test positive for antibodies for the rest of their lives.
- Confirmatory Testing: If your Anti-HCV test is positive, the next step is an HCV RNA PCR test to check for the actual presence of the virus in your blood.
- Early Detection: Testing is highly recommended for anyone with unexplained liver enzyme elevations or individuals in high-risk groups to prevent complications like cirrhosis or liver cancer.
Serving Jawpur and Amarpalli
We provide specialized screening for families and individuals residing in Jawpur, Amarpalli, and the Dum Dum Road area. Our Nagerbazar hub uses high-sensitivity immunoassay technology to ensure reliable results, helping the community take proactive steps toward liver health.
Anti-HCV Test Price in Kolkata
The price for an Anti-HCV test is 1950 at Apollo Diagnostics. No fasting is required for this blood test. If you have had a very recent exposure (within the last 6 months), please consult your doctor, as it can take several weeks for antibodies to become detectable in the bloodstream.
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