Getting tested
Getting yourself tested?
If you think you have ever been at risk of contracting Hepatitis
C, talk to someone
about having a test, such as your GP or another
trained professional at your nearest testing service.
Getting my children tested?
If you gave birth whilst infected with Hepatitis C, and your
child is now over a year old, you should talk to your doctor about
testing
children for Hepatitis C.
What tests do I need to have for Hepatitis C?
If you decide to go ahead with testing, blood samples(s) will be
taken from you and blood tests run to find out:
Other tests that look for liver damage might include an
ultrasound scan, which takes a picture of the liver, a fibroscan,
which checks for scarring of the liver, or in some
cases a biopsy where a needle is used to take a tiny
piece of the liver for examination. If you have a history of heart
problems you may also be given an ECG (electrocardiogram) test.