Better2Know Sexual health & STIs

Hepatitis C Antibodies

Blood test for the presence of Hepatitis Antibodies.

Sample: Blood
Collection: Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £70
Results in: 1 day
Biomarkers: 1

Tests for

Hepatitis C

Test specifications

Provider: Better2Know
Sample type: blood
Collection method: venous draw at clinic or nurse visit; also home kit £70
Turnaround time: 1 day
Biomarkers tested: 1
At-home test: No
Doctor reviewed: No
Gender focus: Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.

STI Blood

Hepatitis C

About this test

Three reasons to choose the Better2Know Hepatitis C Antibody test

The Better2Know Hepatitis C antibody test only requires a simple blood sample
This test provides fast and accurate results for Hepatitis C antibody
Better2Know provides complete support throughout your entire Hepatitis C testing journey

The Hepatitis C Antibody test will provide accurate and reliable results. Only a single blood sample is needed. No urine samples or swabs are required.

Who is the Hepatitis C Antibody test for

This blood test is designed for men and women who want to test to see if they have Hepatitis C.

The test detects the presence of Hepatitis C antibodies. These antibodies are proteins your body makes when it detects the Hepatitis C virus in your blood.

This test has a 12-day incubation period. So, you should wait at least 12 days from when you last had sex, a needle stick injury or other incident of concern.

What does the test include?

The test includes:

Your appointment
Sample collection
Fast and accurate analysis of your blood sample in our laboratory
Results reporting 24/7
Consultation if you test positive

How do I book an appointment?

Choose a date and time for your appointment by clicking the "Book Your Appointment" button above or call our patient services team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What can I expect at my appointment?

Once you arrive at the clinic for your scheduled appointment, a medical practitioner will take your blood sample. Your appointment will last for around 10 to 15 minutes.

The sample will be sent to our certified laboratory for testing.

Your test results will be available on your secure online Patient Area, and you will receive a notification via text, phone call, or email once they are ready.

What if I test positive?

If you test positive for Hepatitis C antibodies. Better2Know will help you access the right care and treatment, this will start with a consultation with one of our medical team who will tailor your next steps to your needs.

Description provided by Better2Know.