HCV IgM antibody Test in Pune

What is HCV IgM antibody Test

HCV IgM antibody test is a blood test used to diagnose acute hepatitis C infection. It detects the presence of IgM antibodies produced by the body in response to the hepatitis C virus. The test is performed by drawing blood from a vein in the arm, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. Results are typically available within a few days.

Who should do this test?

Individuals who have a history of exposure to hepatitis C virus (HCV) through blood transfusions or organ transplant before 1992, when HCV screening became mandatory in blood banks.

• People who have injected drugs or shared needles in the past, or those who have received tattoos or body piercings from unlicensed or unregulated facilities.
• Those who have been diagnosed with liver disease, such as cirrhosis or hepatitis, or have abnormal liver function tests.

What to do if the test is abnormal?

• Seek further testing: An abnormal HCV IgM result could indicate an active or recent HCV infection. The person should seek further testing, such as a viral load test or HCV RNA test, to confirm the diagnosis.
• Consult with a healthcare provider: A healthcare provider can interpret the test results and provide guidance on the next steps. They can also discuss treatment options, including antiviral medications, if the person is diagnosed with HCV.
• Take preventive measures: If the person is diagnosed with HCV, they should take steps to prevent the spread of the virus to others. This includes avoiding sharing needles or other injection equipment, practicing safe sex, and not donating blood or organs.

In which diseases is HCV IgM antibody Test abnormal?

Hepatitis C

Chronic Hepatitis B

Cirrhosis

Liver Cancer

Acute Liver Failure

Autoimmune Hepatitis

Cryptogenic Cirrhosis

Alcoholic Liver Disease

How to book HCV IgM antibody Test in Pune?

Book a free home visit in Pune online, call our lab at 020 49304930 or get in touch using Watsapp.

Pathofast offers HCV IgM antibody Test at our center in Manisha Terrace, Moledina Road, Pune, Camp, India

Our diagnostic center in Pune and pathology lab in Pune, is known for its exceptional hygiene, polite staff and quick reports

Our Pune Center, is located close to the railway station and the Swargate Central Bus Depot, as well as the new Metro Lines

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Near which locations or areas of Pune is HCV IgM antibody Test available?

Pathofast offers lab test service for HCV IgM antibody Test near : Camp, Koregaon Park, Kalyani Nagar, Viman Nagar, Aundh, Baner, FC Road, Tilak Road, Ravet, Aundh, Pimpri Chinchwad, Nagar Road, Dhole Patil Road.

What are the Advantages of choosing a lab near you for blood test services?

• Choosing a nearby lab reduces the time it takes for the sample to be transported
• This leads to reduced sample deterioration.
• While most patients are unaware, blood samples must be transported under strictly controlled temperature, and choosing a lab near you makes this easier to achieve.
• Even if the lab does not adhere to temperature control, the time spent between sample collection and analysis reduces and this is more likely to produce more accurate results