Hepatitis C virus Ab Signal/Cutoff

MicrobiologyAlso known as: HCV Ab s/co FldAlso known as: HCV Ab s/co SerPlAlso known as: HCV Ab s/co SerPl IAN/A

Measures antibodies against hepatitis C virus using a quantified signal-to-cutoff ratio.

Normal Range
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N/A
Abnormal Levels
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Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

HCV antibodies indicate infection with a virus that causes liver disease. Positive results require follow-up testing and may necessitate antiviral treatment to prevent liver cirrhosis.

Overview

This test detects antibodies against hepatitis C virus (HCV) in blood or body fluids, indicating past or current HCV infection. The signal-to-cutoff ratio quantifies the strength of the antibody response. A positive result suggests HCV exposure, though additional confirmatory testing (like HCV RNA) is needed to confirm active infection. This test is crucial for screening blood and tissue donors and identifying infected individuals who need treatment.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

48159-8Primary
Hepatitis C virus Ab Signal/Cutoff in Serum or Plasma by Immunoassay
51656-7
Hepatitis C virus Ab Signal/Cutoff in Body fluid
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104741-4
Hepatitis C virus Ab Signal/Cutoff in Serum or Plasma
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Available Lab Tests

Order tests that measure this biomarker

Advanced Liver Health Basic

$293.92

Advanced Liver Health Comprehensive

$1044.34

Hepatitis C Antibody Test with Reflex to RNA PCR with Reflex to Genotype LIPA

$30.58

Hepatitis C Antibody Test with Reflex to RNA Quantitative PCR

$38.39