Category: MOLECULAR CLINICAL PATHOLOGY (PK) | Code: K6203
HCV-RNA, RT-PCR
Function
This test helps in monitoring antiviral therapy in Hepatitis C patients. This test measures the HCV viral load at baseline and during treatment to help assess the patient's response to the treatment given.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday < 10 am | 2 weeks | Blood EDTA, 2 tab @ 3 mL | Serum, 1 mL | 5 weeks, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
- Confirm before referring - Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Score Reference
none